South Korea vs Malaysia Prediction & Betting Tips (25 January)

While it was announced as one of the big favorites of the competition, South Korea was somewhat disappointed in these group stages. Despite the victory without too many problems gleaned against Bahrain 3-1, the South Koreans were surprised by an interesting Jordanian team, snatching the point of the draw in the last minutes 2-2. The Korean defense has conceded more goals in 2 matches than in the last 9 matches in all competitions. Those who found the door in the 1/8 finals of the 2022 World Cup have the opportunity to reassure themselves against a weak opponent. Led by a golden generation, they will intend to go for first place in the group.

How complicated it is for Malaysia! More qualified for three editions in this Asian Cup, the Tigers missed the mark against the most affordable opponents in their group on paper. First against the surprising Jordan 4-0, then against Bahrain 1-0, Kim Pan-gon's men will probably return home without shaking the nets. Furthermore, never in its history in three appearances has the Malaysian selection managed to get past the first round of this competition. In preparation, however, they had held off Syria, a nation already qualified for the next round of the Asian Cup.

South Korea will have to cope without their number 1 goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu, injured in training after the first match. Forfeited during the first two matches, serial Premier League scorer Hwang Hee-chan (Wolverhampton) could still have to give up his place (uncertain), before returning for the 1/8 finals. Seeking their first continental title since 1960, Klinsmann sent their biggest stars to the Asian Cup. We will have the pleasure of meeting the captain and maestro of this team, Heug-Min Son, author of 11 goals this season.

Author of a double against Bahrain, PSG star Lee Kang-in is also present. Other European players who are part of the trip to Qatar are Kim Min-Jae (Bayern), Lee Jae-sung and young prospect Kim Ji-soo (Brentford).