Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterA place in the knockout stage of the World Cup could well end up being decided by South Africa's clash with South Korea.Claiming at least a draw would be good enough to guarantee progress for South Korea as the second-placed side in Group A behind Mexico - though, they cannot overhaul the tournament co-hosts at the top of the table no matter what.But a surprise first win of the competition for South Africa could be enough to put them into second instead, depending on the Czech Republic's result against Mexico - and even if not, they'd be in a decent position to go through as one of the better third-placed sides.Play our FREE match predictor and win �1kBBC commentary line-up for South Africa vs South KoreaThe game is set to kick off at 7pm local time (2am UK time) at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Mexico.The BBC hold the rights to show the match, and will air this clash on BBC Two, with the Czech Republic vs Mexico match being played simultaneously on another BBC broadcast. You may like How to watch South Africa vs South Korea for FREE South Africa vs South Korea predictions as last 32 place on the line Who are the BBC commentators, pundits and presenters for Czechia vs South Africa? There will be no pundit or presenter line-up for the clash, following a recent trend with late-night British time fixtures.The broadcaster did not produce a line-up for Haiti vs Morocco earlier this evening, due to it being played simultaneously to Brazil vs Scotland.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.On commentary duty is Jonathan Pearce as the match's main voice, with Efan Ekoku joining as co-commentator.TOPICSSouth KoreaSouth AfricaWorld CupWorld Cup 2026Steven ChickenSocial Links NavigationSteven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication,WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.With contributions fromKedar BayleyFreelance Writer
