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South Korea vs. Venezuela: Friendly Clash to Spark Comeback
2 Oct
Summary
- South Korea seeks a rebound after a 4-1 loss to Uruguay.
- Venezuela aims to improve their away record with only two wins.
- This marks the second-ever meeting between these two nations.
South Korea and Venezuela are set to compete in an international friendly on October 2, 2026, at the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium. Both national teams are aiming for a positive turnaround after suffering losses in their previous matches.
South Korea experienced a significant 4-1 defeat against Uruguay on Monday. This followed a strong 3-0 victory over Ecuador earlier in their international break schedule. The Taegeuk Warriors are preparing for the 2027 Asian Cup.
Venezuela's recent form includes a 2-1 loss to Japan, despite an early goal from Kevin Kelsy. Oswaldo Vizcarrondo's squad has struggled in away matches, losing 10 of their last 12. This friendly offers a chance to improve their away performance.
This fixture marks only the second time these two teams have met, with South Korea winning the previous encounter 3-1 in September 2014. South Korea has a strong recent friendly record, winning four of their last five games, making them favorites for this match.
