Tue Nov 19 15:16:20 UTC 2024: ## Underdogs Palestine Face Goliath South Korea in Crucial World Cup Qualifier
**Amman, Jordan –** Palestine will face a daunting task on Tuesday when they take on undefeated South Korea in a World Cup 2026 qualifying match at Amman International Stadium. The match pits the bottom-ranked team in Group B against the group leaders, with South Korea aiming for their 11th consecutive World Cup appearance.
Palestine, currently winless in their last seven qualifiers, are seeking their first victory of the third round. While they managed a respectable 0-0 draw against South Korea in their first meeting, their recent form has been challenging, with only two points earned from five matches. However, they have shown resilience, with two of their three losses being by a single goal, and a strong home record in recent qualifiers. They will field several newcomers in an attempt to upset the heavily favored Koreans.
In contrast, South Korea are on a roll under manager Hong Myung-bo, having won four of their five matches in the third round and boasting an impressive away record. Their attack, revitalized under Hong, has scored 11 goals in his five games, with captain Son Heung-min recently scoring his 50th international goal. South Korea currently sits five points ahead of Iraq for automatic qualification.
The match is expected to be a significant test for Palestine, who will need a monumental effort to overcome a South Korean side currently at the peak of their form. The prediction is a comfortable victory for South Korea, but Palestine will be hoping to make the most of their home advantage and defy the odds.
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