South Korea and Brazil are set to meet in an international friendly on Friday. Both teams have already sealed their places in the 2026 World Cup. The clash provides an ideal opportunity for both sides to test their strength ahead of next year’s tournament.
South Korea are coming into this fixture unbeaten in their last two games. Whereas, Brazil are eager to bounce back from a narrow 1-0 loss to Bolivia in their last game. The Selecao will also use the match to fine-tune tactics and assess squad depth.
| Bets | Status | Moneyline |
| Total Goals | Under 3.5 | -300 |
| Total Shots | Over 25.5 | +125 |
| Total Shots on Target | Over 8.5 | +108 |
| Total Corners | Under 8.5 | -102 |
| Total Cards | Under 3.5 | -300 |
Hong Myung-bo’s men continue to impress. They’ve topped their World Cup qualifying group and lost only once in their last 19 outings. The Taeguk Warriors have also looked sharp in friendlies. They defeated the United States and held Mexico to a draw.
Captain Heung-min Son will spearhead the attack, supported by Lee Kang-in and Kim Min-jae, both expected to start. Emerging talents such as Jens Castrop could also get valuable minutes. South Korea will look to extend their strong form against elite opposition in this clash.
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Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil are determined to rediscover consistency after a patchy run that includes only two wins from their last five matches. Despite missing key players like Alisson, Marquinhos, and Raphinha through injury, Brazil boast formidable options. Vinicius Junior will be central to their attack, while Casemiro and Bruno Guimaraes are set to control midfield. Matheus Cunha’s return offers an extra creative spark, and Richarlison could feature up front as the Selecao seek to restore momentum before facing Japan in their next friendly.
Although Brazil are often seen as the superior side, South Korea’s resilience and defensive stability suggest this won’t be a runaway win. The Koreans have lost just one of their last 19 matches across all competitions. They’ve showcased solidity even against top teams.
Brazil’s recent 1-0 loss to Bolivia underlines that they are not infallible. South Korea’s 2-2 draw against Mexico demonstrates their capacity to score while holding shape. A result with fewer goals is plausible. Thus the under 3.5 line is reasonable, anticipating a tighter affair where Brazil may win, but not by a landslide.
Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior has been recalled to the Brazil squad ahead of their friendlies with South Korea and Japan, after missing earlier qualifiers. Given Brazil’s attacking depth and his capacity for moments of brilliance, placing a bet on him to score at any time carries value. He can make a decisive contribution, particularly when Brazil lean on their forwards in matches where margins may be small. Hence, the +145 odds are justified.
South Korea’s captain Son Heung-min remains central to their attacking threat and will likely feature in his 137th cap. His recent form is strong. Son scored in the 2-2 draw with Mexico and in the win against the United States. Given South Korea’s pattern of relying on his scoring instincts, the +260 price to find the net at any time seems justified. He’s the clearest goal outlet for the hosts against a formidable Brazil defense.
| Picks | Moneyline |
| Vinicius Junior to score first | +480 |
| Richarlison to score anytime | +115 |
| Heung-Min Son to either score or assist | +260 |
| Ji-soo Kim to see a card | +270 |
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South Korea’s defensive consistency and Son’s attacking threat make them unlikely to be shut out. Brazil, meanwhile, must recover from their 1-0 loss in Bolivia and will look to their front line to respond. Their recent form is inconsistent, but their class often shows in tight contests.
This should be a competitive game. Both sides will be eager to impose themselves ahead of the World Cup. It is expected to be a relatively close score. A 2-1 Brazil win feels like a realistic outcome. Enough edge to reflect their technical quality, but modest enough to respect the home side’s resilience.
The South Korea vs Brazil International Friendlies clash is on October 10, 2025, at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul, South Korea.
Brazil are favorites to win with a moneyline at -208, to draw at +320 and for South Korea to win at +480.
Vinicius Junior to score anytime: +145
Gabriel Martinelli to assist anytime: +525
Heung-Min Son to either score or assist: +195
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