Korea Republic and Palestine locked horns in a tense World Cup qualifying match in Seoul, where the home side was determined to maintain their formidable record on home soil. Korea Republic, unbeaten in World Cup qualifiers at home since a narrow loss to Iran in 2013, faced a resilient Palestine team that entered the match looking to cause an upset. The match ended in a hard-fought 0-0 draw, with Palestine walking away with a valuable point, and Korea Republic left frustrated despite dominating the game.
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Korea Republic vs. Palestine Head-to-Head (H2H)
This encounter marked the second meeting between the two sides. Their previous clash also ended in a stalemate, maintaining an even record:
- Korea Republic: 0 wins
- Palestine: 0 wins
- Draws: 2
South Korea National Football Team vs Palestine National Football Team Lineups
Here are the lineups of South Korea National Football Team vs Palestine National Football Team today (Sep 5, 2024)
Korea Republic (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Jo Hyeonwoo
- Defenders: Seol Youngwoo, Kim Minjae, Kim Younggwon, Lee Myungjae
- Midfielders: Son Heungmin (C), Hwang Inbeom, Lee Jaesung, Hwang Heechan, Lee Kangin
- Forward: Joo Minkyu
Substitutes: Song Bumkeun, Kim Joonhong, Lee Myungjae, Cho Yumin, Jung Seunghyun, Hwang Jae Won, Park Yongwoo, Lee Donggyeong, Jeong Hoyeon, Hwang Heechan, Eom Jisung, Oh Sehun
South Korea Football Team Manager: Myung-Bo Hong
Palestine (4-4-2):
- Goalkeeper: Rami Hamada
- Defenders: Hamed Yaser, Battat Musab, Camilo Saldana, Samer Jondi
- Midfielders: Oday Kharoub, Ataa Jaber, Jonathan Zorrilla, Tamer Seyam
- Forwards: Oday Dabbagh, Wessam Abou Ali
Substitutes: Tawfiq Ali, Baraa Kharoub, Ali Rabei, Mousa Farawi, Rashid Mohammed, Samer Jondi, Moustafa Zeidan, Darwish Mohammed, Samer Zubaida, Abu Warda Mahmoud, Omar Faraj, Zeid Qunbar
Palestine Football Team Manager: Makram DABOUB
Korea Republic vs. Palestine First Half Summary
The game started with Korea Republic asserting early dominance, putting Palestine under significant pressure. Son Heungmin led the charge, but Palestine’s defense, led by captain Yaser Hamed, held firm.
The first notable chance came in the 17th minute when Joo Minkyu had a shot on goal that was saved by Rami Hamada. Korea continued to pile on pressure, with Hwang Inbeom pulling the strings in midfield. Palestine responded through Oday Dabbagh, who had a shot saved by Jo Hyeonwoo in the 32nd minute. The half ended 0-0, with both teams showing resilience, but Korea looking the more likely to break the deadlock.
Korea Republic vs. Palestine Second Half Summary
The second half began similarly to the first, with Korea controlling possession. They made an early substitution, bringing on Oh Sehun for Joo Minkyu to add fresh legs to the attack. However, Palestine remained steadfast, blocking shots and limiting Korea’s opportunities.
In the 58th minute, Hwang Heechan was substituted, as Korea sought to find new ways to unlock Palestine’s defense. The match’s biggest chance came in the 87th minute when Son Heungmin rattled the post from a corner kick, leaving the home crowd in disbelief.
Palestine’s defense stood tall in the final minutes, with Hamada making crucial saves to deny Korea a winning goal. Samer Jondi was booked for a foul late in stoppage time, as Palestine frustrated their opponents and saw the game out for a deserved draw.
South Korea National Football Team vs Palestine National Football Team Stats
- Possession: Korea Republic 63%, Palestine 37%
- Total Shots: Korea Republic 15, Palestine 7
- Shots on Target: Korea Republic 5, Palestine 3
- Corners: Korea Republic 7, Palestine 2
- Yellow Cards: Palestine 4 (Seyam, Saldana, Zorrilla, Jondi), Korea Republic 1 (Hwang Inbeom)
- Fouls: Korea Republic 10, Palestine 15
South Korea National Football Team vs Palestine National Football Team Timeline
- 20′: Hwang Inbeom (Korea) booked for a foul.
- 30′: Camilo Saldana (Palestine) booked for a dangerous tackle.
- 43′: Tamer Seyam (Palestine) booked for a tactical foul.
- 56′: Palestine goalkeeper pulls off a key save to deny Oh Sehun.
- 77′: Oday Kharoub (Palestine) booked for a late challenge.
- 87′: Son Heungmin (Korea Republic) hits the post.
- 90’+1′: Samer Jondi (Palestine) booked for time-wasting.
South Korea National Football Team vs Palestine National Football Team Full-Time Result: Korea Republic 0-0 Palestine
Impact on the Points Table The draw sees both teams pick up their first point in Group B. Korea Republic, despite being favorites, were left frustrated with their inability to secure a victory. Palestine, on the other hand, will be encouraged by their resilient performance, showing they can compete with the heavyweights in the group.
Korea Republic vs. Palestine Stellar Performer of the Match Rami Hamada (Palestine) – The goalkeeper was outstanding throughout the match, making several key saves, especially in the dying moments, to ensure his team left with a crucial point.
Korea Republic, despite their dominance, were left to rue missed opportunities and a resilient Palestinian defense. The goalless draw might feel like a setback for the hosts, but Palestine will be buoyed by their strong defensive performance and their ability to frustrate one of Asia’s top teams. As the World Cup qualifiers continue, both teams will look to build on this result, with Korea needing to find their attacking rhythm and Palestine proving they are no easy pushover.
