South Koreans cheer national team in World Cup qualifier street event

Hundreds of South Korean football fans gathered at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on Tuesday morning to cheer on their national team in their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier match against South Africa.

The atmosphere was electric as citizens, clad in red and waving flags, chanted "Dae~han민국!" (Great Korea!) in unison. The street cheering event aimed to rally support for the Taeguk Warriors as they faced their final group stage opponent.

South Korea currently sits in second place in Group A with three points, holding a record of one win and one loss. A draw in today's match would be sufficient for them to secure a spot in the round of 32. However, the team is reportedly aiming for a victory to ensure their advancement rather than relying on permutations.

The fans' passionate display at Gwanghwamun Square highlighted the nation's strong support for the football team as they strive to qualify for the prestigious tournament.