Korea Republic

Heung-Min Son South Korea needed extra time to beat Japan 2-1 and win gold at the Asian Games, earning Son Heung-min exemption from national service.

Paulo Gomes Bento South Korea got their 2019 Asian Cup campaign off to a winning - if underwhelming - start, beating Philippines 1-0 in Group C.

Uli Stielike South Korea have sacked Uli Stielike after defeat to Qatar in an attempt to revitalise their floundering World Cup qualifying campaign.

Marat Bikmaev South Korea came from a goal down to beat Uzbekistan 2-1 in what could prove to be a crucial World Cup qualifier for Uli Stielike's men.

Opta's World Cup Predictor gives Brazil the best chance of glory at Russia 2018, with Germany, Argentina and France among the favourites.

The Iberian derby between Spain and Portugal is the pick of the World Cup 2018 group stage draw, with Germany starting against Mexico.

Álvaro Morata Martín Spain striker Alvaro Morata hopes that his understanding in attack is improving after scoring in Wednesday's thrashing of South Korea.

Álvaro Morata Martín Spain romped to an impressive 6-1 victory over an in-form South Korea side as they moved through the gears with Euro 2016 approaching.

Pedro Rodríguez Ledesma A bullish Uli Stielike says record-breaking South Korea should not fear European champions Spain in Salzburg on Wednesday.

Syria goalkeeper Ibrahim Alma made two superb saves to frustrate South Korea in a 0-0 draw in World Cup qualifying.