🇿🇦 South Africa vs South Korea 🇰🇷
South Africa 1-0 South Korea (full time). The match aired in Spanish in the US free on Telemundo and streamed on Peacock.
Where it aired in Spanish
The match aired in Spanish on Telemundo, free over the air, and streamed on Peacock. Each team's next game airs on the same channels.
The teams
South Africa reach the 2026 World Cup through CAF and have been drawn into Group A alongside Mexico, South Korea and Czechia. South Africa have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
South Korea reach the 2026 World Cup through AFC and have been drawn into Group A alongside Mexico, South Africa and Czechia. South Korea have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.
The venue
The match is played at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe (Monterrey), a 53,500-capacity venue that FIFA refers to as Estadio Monterrey during the tournament. The nearest major airport is Monterrey (MTY). FIFA enforces a clear-bag policy at every venue, so plan to travel light and arrive early to get through security.
Estadio BBVA →Frequently asked questions
How did South Africa vs South Korea end?+
South Africa 1-0 South Korea (full time).
Where can I watch South Africa vs South Korea in Spanish?+
In Spanish in the US, the match airs free over the air on Telemundo, on Universo on cable, and streams on Peacock. Telemundo is the easiest free option.
What time does South Africa vs South Korea kick off?+
Kickoff is at 7:00 PM CT, 9:00 PM ET, 10:00 PM ART (Mexico, US Eastern and Argentina times). Check the timezone table above for your exact local time.
Is South Africa vs South Korea free to watch?+
Yes, if it airs on Telemundo over the air you can watch it free with an antenna. Universo (cable) and Peacock (streaming) are paid options that also carry it in Spanish.
What channel is the match on in Spanish?+
Telemundo or Universo on TV, and Peacock for streaming, all with Spanish-language commentary.
Where is South Africa vs South Korea played?+
At Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe (Monterrey).
Who is favourite in South Africa vs South Korea?+
Group matches are tight; see the "what to expect" section above for the head-to-head context.
Diego Salcedo is a bilingual football writer based in Houston. He breaks down matches, tactics and the talking points of every World Cup matchday, following South American and European football closely for over a decade.
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