South Korea has picked up just one point from two Group H games. Portugal have won two out of two and are through to the last 16.
The Portuguese have won three in a row, scoring nine goals to boot. South Korea and Portugal battle in Group H of the 2022 FIFA World Cup this Friday.
Portugal are through to the last 16, but Fernando Santos will want his side to maintain their 100% group record.
South Korea can still reach the next phase, but they need to beat Portugal and hope for a favor in the Ghana vs Uruguay match. Check out the latest South Korea vs Portugal odds in this betting preview.
South Korea vs. Portugal Odds
Portugal head into their final group match on their World Cup schedule as the clear favorites to get the win.
They have looked strong in attack in Qatar so far, especially in their last game against the Uruguayans. Looking at the latest South Korea vs Portugal odds, the Portuguese are priced at just -138 to prevail.
South Korea | Draw | Portugal |
---|---|---|
+333 | +300 | -138 |
South Korea may have left themselves with just too much work to do in terms of booking a spot in the last 16.
Nevertheless, if you are backing the East Asian side to prevail in Al Rayyan, you can get the top odds of +333, while the draw is available at +300.
South Korea vs Portugal Information
- 2022 FIFA World Cup
- Education City Stadium
- Friday, 2 Dec 2022, 10:00 AM EDT
- How to watch: Fox Sports
South Korea
South Korea have been World Cup regulars in modern times, playing in every tournament since missing out in Spain in 1982.
Can the Taegeuk Warriors Cause an Upset?
They shocked the world by reaching the semi-finals in 2002, but the Taegeuk Warriors have only reached the knockouts once since.
South Korea are in danger of going out in the group stage yet again after taking just one point from their opening two matches. In game one, they held Uruguay to a goalless draw at Education City Stadium.
They were back at the same venue for their second match in Qatar against Ghana. It turned out to be a five-goal thriller in Al Rayyan, with the African team racing into a 2-0 lead before the break.
Better in the Second Period
However, the South Koreans were much better in the second period, and two quick Cho Gue-Sung goals put them level. Ghana’s Mohammed Kudus had the last laugh, though, hitting the winner in the 68th minute.
South Korea must beat Portugal to stand any chance of making it through to the Round of 16. They also need a favor from elsewhere, as a Ghana victory will take the Black Stars through.
See Off In-form
South Korea will need a lot of luck to see off in-form Portugal in Al Rayyan. They have lost five of their previous seven World Cup games, winning only one match during that run.
The Tigers of Asia have also won just five of their 23 World Cup fixtures against European nations.
Can they cause a big upset here? Keep reading for our South Korea prediction and the latest South Korea vs Portugal odds.
South Korea Projected Lineup
- Kim Seung Gyu
- Kim Moon-hwan
- Min-jae Kim
- Kim Young-gwon
- Jin-su Kim
- Hwang In-beom
- Jung Woo-young
- Kwon Chang-Hoon
- Woo-yeong Jeong
- Son Heung-min
- Cho Gue-sung
South Korea Injuries
No current injuries.
Portugal
The Portugal World Cup statistics have been impressive so far. Santos’ side have already scored five goals in this tournament, picking up six points from a possible six along the way. The Portuguese will face either the Group G winners or runners-up in the Round of 16.
Portuguese to Move on to Nine Points?
Portugal beat Ghana 3-2 in an entertaining encounter at Stadium 974 in Doha on matchday one. Cristiano Ronaldo, Joao Felix and Rafael Leao were the scorers in that one.
The Navigators made sure of their spot in the knockouts with an impressive victory over Uruguay last time out.
They had to wait until the second half to find the breakthrough, with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes opening the scoring. Fernandes added a second from the penalty spot in stoppage time.
Portugal Has Never Conquer the Glory
Portugal, who won UEFA Euro 2016, have never been world champions. Their best finish was third in England way back in 1966. Will this finally be their time to shine on the grandest stage?
Portugal will be looking to move on to nine points and win Group H. Below you will find the best South Korea vs Portugal odds and predictions.
Portugal Projected Lineup
- Diogo Costa
- Raphael Guerreiro
- Ruben Dias
- Pepe
- Joao Cancelo
- William Carvalho
- Ruben Neves
- Bernardo Silva
- Bruno Fernandes
- Joao Felix
- Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal Injuries
- Danilo Pereira
- Nuno Mendes
- Otavio
South Korea vs. Portugal Pick and Prediction
These two have only met once before. Back in the 2002 FIFA World Cup in South Korea & Japan, the pair squared off in the group stage, with South Korea nicking a surprise 1-0 win on home soil.
The three points saw them win the group and knock the Portuguese out. The South Koreans went on to finish in fourth place.
Unfortunately for the Asians, we can see Portugal getting revenge in this one. A Portuguese win will see the European nation win the group and knock South Korea out this time.
Who to Bet On?
Santos’ side have been very easy on the eye in Qatar, with the likes of Ronaldo, Fernandes, and Felix playing at the top of their game.
Our prediction for this fixture is Portugal to be winning at half time and full time at +175. Also, back the Navigators to win -1 at +200.
FIFA World Cup Pick: Portugal (+175)
If you love sports and want more sports betting information follow us as @InsidersBetDig on Twitter and sign up to our mailing list for free betting picks.