The South Korean national soccer team (22nd FIFA ranking), led by interim coach Hwang Sun-hong, will face Thailand (101st FIFA ranking) in the fourth round of Group C of the 2026 FIFA Canada-Mexico-U.S. (North Central America) World Cup qualifying round at 9:30 p.m. on the 26th (Korea time) at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. Currently, South Korea (7, 2 wins, 1 draw, 9 losses, 1 loss, +8) is ranked first, and Thailand (4, 1 win, 1 draw, 5 losses, 4 losses, +1) is ranked second.
The rematch, which will take place in five days, will take place at Rajamangala National Stadium, the holy site of soccer in Thailand. The atmosphere in the country is beyond imagination. According to the Thai Football Association, 35,000 people watched the match against China in November last year, the first round match of the second qualifying round for the World Cup and right before the match. However, 48,900 seats were sold out in the fourth match against Korea in a week. As such, fans are paying keen attention to the match.
Despite the hot and humid weather, the ground condition is in excellent condition. FAT shared photos of grass conditions at Rajamangala National Stadium on its official channel on Tuesday. The images are much better than those at Seoul World Cup Stadium, where players expressed regret.
“We checked both the training ground and the stadium. The grass is in good condition. If the weather adjusts well, I think we can have a good game,” Hwang said.
With a showdown imminent, the Taegeuk Warriors will adjust to the Rajamangala National Stadium. A preliminary press conference will be held at 6:30 p.m. (local time) on the 25th, and a short public training session will take place at 7 p.m. It is not enough time, but they have to adapt to the Rajamangala National Stadium as soon as possible.
FAT is preparing a big screen cheering event for fans who are saddened to see all the tickets sold out. Fat president Nualpan Ram Sam said, “All Thais want this match. Cheers should be held with as many people as possible. Of course, tickets have already been sold out. As the head of the association, I plan to set up a big screen next to the Rajamangala National Stadium in coordination with the Thai sports authority. This will be another option for fans who cannot afford to buy tickets. This is an opportunity to create a historic night with the national team.” Expectations are growing high.
BY: 안전 토토사이트