Kim Su-ro expressed his disappointment to Son Heung-min, who hung his head after watching the match against South Africa.
After watching the match between South Korea and South Africa in Mexico, actor Kim Su-ro expressed his sorrow by sharing a video of Son Heung-min hanging his head after the game. Through his social media, Kim Su-ro encouraged the players for their hard work while also revealing his regret over the team's failure to advance to the Round of 16.
The released video captured players, including Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in, leaving the stadium dejected immediately after the match. While applauding the fans, Son Heung-min shook his head, unable to hide his grim expression.
On the 25th, South Korea lost 0-1 to South Africa in the final Group A match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup held at the Monterrey Stadium in Mexico. This defeat pushed South Korea down to third place in the group, failing to advance to the Round of 32 on their own merit and leaving them in a situation where they must wait for the results of matches in other groups.
South Korea Faces Uncertainty After World Cup Loss
Following a 0-1 defeat against South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, South Korea finished third in Group A with three points. The team now faces a difficult path to the round of 32, requiring them to rank among the top eight third-place teams across all groups.
Kim Su-ro Captures Post-Match Atmosphere in Mexico
Actor Kim Su-ro attended the match in Monterrey, Mexico, and shared footage of the South Korean national team leaving the pitch. The video captured visible disappointment from players, including captain Son Heung-min, following the team's unexpected loss.