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Asian Cup Preview: Australia v South Korea

Top spot in Group A at the Asian Cup is on the line when a rampant Australia take on South Korea in front of a sell-out Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.

Expect attacking, technical football from two of the AFC's strongest nations in what should be an exciting contest.

Both sides are on six points in the tournament but there is no doubting it is Ange Postecoglou’s team that have been the more impressive.

German coach Uli Stielike's outfit have been well below their best but have done enough to edge to 1-0 victories.

The South Korea boss has been quite vocal since their last match against Kuwait, declaring his side have “no chance” against Australia if they keep playing the same way.

While a draw is enough for the home side to finish on top of the group, it is not in Postecoglou’s DNA to simply play for a point.

Expect another attack-at-all costs display from the Socceroos and their soaring confidence – coupled with South Korea’s patchy form – should see the hosts make it three from three heading into the quarter-finals.