Date: December 6, 2022
Time: 12:30 AM IST
Venue: Stadium 974
Ball-by-ball commentary: SportsTiger App
Preview:
Brazil and South Korea will lock horns for a David against Goliath matchup in the FIFA World Cup 2022 Round of 16. Brazil cruised through their group-stage games with two major wins. Whereas South Korea emerged as a surprise entrant into the Round of 16 stage with a late win against Portugal.
Team news:
Brazil
Gabriel Jesus and Alex Telles are set to miss the remaining World Cup for Brazil.
South Korea
No injuries were reported for South Korea.
Analysis:
Brazil
Despite multiple injuries, Brazil continues its run as one of the best teams in the World Cup. They cruised through the group with quality performances by many players. A possible return of Neymar Jr. also acts as a massive boost for the Brazilians, who ran a rout against Korea. They have an incredible defence paired with a dynamic midfield capable of creating many chances. The forward line also looks threatening with a wealth of attackers in multiple positions.
SportsTiger Playing XI of Brazil
Alisson (GK); Militao, Marquinhos, Silva (C), Danilo; Paqueta, Casemiro, Neymar; Raphinha, Richarlison, Vinicius Jr
South Korea
A scrappy South Korean team found a surprise entry into the Round of 16 with the last gasp goal against Portugal. The Taegeuk Warriors have played solid football throughout the tournament and managed to win the most important match in a spectacular performance. Son Heung-min has been their best player as he has contributed a lot across the field for South Korea.
SportsTiger Playing XI of South Korea
Seung-gyu (GK); Moon-hwan, Min-jae, Young-gwon, Jin-su; In-beom, Woo-young; Hee-chan, Kang-in, Heung-min (C); Gue-sung
Match Prediction:
Conclusion:
As per the above prediction, Brazil will beat South Korea and qualify for the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2022.
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