Belgium vs South Korea: World Cup head-to-head record
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Belgium leads the World Cup head-to-head record against South Korea with 2 wins and 1 draw from their 3 meetings between 1990 and 2014. South Korea has never defeated Belgium in World Cup competition, with their only point coming from a 1-1 draw in 1998.
The Red Devils have scored 4 goals across these encounters while conceding just 1, demonstrating their historical dominance over the Taeguk Warriors on football's biggest stage.
Complete Match History
The rivalry began at the 1990 World Cup in Italy, where Belgium secured a comfortable 2-0 victory on Matchday 1. Eight years later at France 1998, South Korea earned their only point against Belgium with a 1-1 draw in a crucial group stage encounter on Matchday 3. The most recent meeting came during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, where Belgium edged out a narrow 1-0 victory on Matchday 15.
Belgium's superior record reflects their consistent World Cup pedigree, having reached the semi-finals in 2018 and regularly featuring among the tournament's top contenders. Fans tracking future encounters can follow live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026 when these nations potentially meet again at the expanded 2026 World Cup.
| Year | Stage | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Matchday 1 | Belgium win | 2-0 |
| 1998 | Matchday 3 | Draw | 1-1 |
| 2014 | Matchday 15 | Belgium win | 1-0 |
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Belgium and South Korea played at the World Cup?
Belgium and South Korea have met 3 times in World Cup history: in 1990, 1998, and 2014.
Has South Korea ever beaten Belgium at the World Cup?
No, South Korea has never defeated Belgium at the World Cup. Their best result was a 1-1 draw in 1998.
What was the biggest victory in Belgium vs South Korea World Cup matches?
Belgium's biggest victory was 2-0 in their first meeting at the 1990 World Cup in Italy.