South Africa vs Republic of Korea FIFA World Cup 2026: How to Watch Full Replay and Highlights
The clash between South Africa and Republic of Korea in the 2026 FIFA World Cup took place on June 25 at Monterrey Stadium, kicking off at 02:00. If you missed the live action, here’s how to catch the full match replay and highlights, along with details on streaming options, team news, and Group A standings.
Where to Watch Globally
The match was broadcast across numerous countries via different channels. Some key broadcasters included SuperSport 3 in Albania, beIN SPORTS CONNECT for Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, and the Gulf region, DAZN in Italy, Japan, and Andorra, SBS On Demand in Australia, BBC Two in the UK, TSN2 in Canada, and Disney+ Premium in Brazil. For a detailed list of international coverage, viewers can check the respective broadcaster's platforms.
Using a VPN to Watch Securely
If you face geo-restrictions or want to watch securely from anywhere, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) like ExpressVPN helps by masking your location. Connect to a server where the game is available to bypass blackouts. The process involves downloading a trusted VPN app, selecting the appropriate server, clearing browser cache, and then accessing the broadcaster's website or app to stream the match.
Watching on a Big Screen
Sports feels better on a large screen. Most Android-based smart TVs and devices like Amazon Fire TV Stick support VPN apps directly. For devices such as Apple TV, Roku, or gaming consoles that don’t allow native VPN apps, users can use Smart DNS or mirror the stream from a VPN-enabled phone or laptop.
Confirmed Lineups and Team News
Coach South Africa: Hugo BroosCoach Republic of Korea: Hong Myung-bo
South Africa was missing T. Zwane and T. Mokoena due to injuries. No suspensions were reported for South Korea.
Recent Form
South Africa’s last five matches showed mixed results: one win against Jamaica, two draws including a 1-1 with Czechia, and two losses, including a 2-0 defeat to Mexico. They scored three goals while conceding five during this period.
Republic of Korea entered with three wins out of their last five games, including a strong 5-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago. They lost to Mexico most recently but had also beaten Czechia and El Salvador. Across these matches, they scored eight goals and let in six.
Group A Standings
Before this fixture, South Korea held second place in Group A, while South Africa was fourth.
Team Kits and Match Conditions
South Africa wore yellow kits with green trim, their goalkeeper in light blue and turquoise. Republic of Korea sported red shirts and socks with black shorts; their goalkeeper donned an all-green outfit. Referees wore black.
The weather in Guadalupe was sunny with a mild breeze at kickoff, temperature around 30°C (86°F), dropping slightly to 28°C (82°F) later with increasing humidity.
Replays and Highlights
To watch the full match replay and highlights, check the official broadcaster platforms or streaming services associated with your country. VPN users may access streams if local restrictions apply.


