Kim Taehyeon
Korea RepublicDefenderThe Kim Taehyeon World Cup 2026 profile covers squad status and verified statistics. Korea Republic selected him as a defender for the tournament. His profile includes available club, age, caps, goals and position details. Korea Republic open against Czechia in Guadalajara.
Group A
Jun 11, 2026vs Czechia - 8:00 PM CST
Quick Facts
Kim Taehyeon World Cup 2026 Profile and Squad Status
Korea Republic use Kim Taehyeon as a defender. For World Cup 2026, FIFA confirms Kim Taehyeon in the Korea Republic squad. A birth date of 17 September 2000 places Kim Taehyeon at age 25. Korea Republic face 3 opponents before the knockout round begins. Hong Myungbo leads Korea Republic at World Cup 2026.
Kim Taehyeon International Career and Squad Position
Internationally, Kim Taehyeon represents Korea Republic as a defender. The World Cup 2026 squad contains 1 defenders. Korea Republic selected Kim Taehyeon for the current tournament squad. Korea Republic compete in Group A during the first stage.
International Record
- World Cup 2026 role: Korea Republic list Kim Taehyeon as a defender, with minutes linked to form, workload and game state.
- Group opponents: Korea Republic face Czechia, Mexico and South Africa in the group stage.
Kim Taehyeon Role and Position for Korea Republic
Hong Myungbo selected Kim Taehyeon for the current squad. For Korea Republic, he plays as a defender. The squad contains 1 defenders. Korea Republic face three opponents in Group A.
Kim Taehyeon World Cup 2026 Stats and Squad Comparison
| Stat | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| National team | Korea Republic | Group A participant |
| Position | Defender | Defender unit |
| Squad status | Selected | Confirmed in the FIFA squad announcement. |
| Head coach | Hong Myungbo | Korea Republic World Cup 2026 coach |
| Group opponents | Mexico, South Africa and Czechia | 3 group fixtures |
| Opening opponent | Czechia | Jun 12, 2026 |
| Opening venue | Guadalajara Stadium | Guadalajara |
| Age | 25 | Age on 4 June 2026 |
| Born | 2000-09-17 | Verified birth date |
Kim Taehyeon World Cup 2026 Fixtures and Opponents
Korea Republic play three group stage matches.
Official matchday lineups confirm whether Kim Taehyeon plays.
Korea Republic vs Czechia
The fixture takes place at Guadalajara Stadium. Official lineups confirm his status.
Korea Republic vs Mexico
The fixture takes place at Guadalajara Stadium. Official lineups confirm his status.
Korea Republic vs South Africa
The fixture takes place at Monterrey Stadium. Official lineups confirm his status.
Kim Taehyeon Latest Club, Squad and Fitness Update
Korea Republic selected him for the current World Cup squad. Kim Taehyeon is recorded as a defender for the national team. Squad and player details were checked on September 12, 2026. The next review is due by September 19, 2026.
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Kim Taehyeon World Cup 2026 Profile FAQ
Quick answers cover squad status, position, senior record and fixtures.
What position does Kim Taehyeon play?
For Korea Republic, Kim Taehyeon plays as a defender.
Is Kim Taehyeon selected for the World Cup 2026 squad?
For World Cup 2026, FIFA confirms Kim Taehyeon in the Korea Republic squad.
When does Kim Taehyeon play at World Cup 2026?
Korea Republic face Czechia on Jun 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM CST in Guadalajara. They then play Mexico and South Africa.
What group is Kim Taehyeon's team in?
Korea Republic are in Group A with Mexico, South Africa and Czechia.
Where can I watch Kim Taehyeon at World Cup 2026?
Korea Republic TV notes list regional broadcasters. Final listings decide each match channel.
Group A Table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Mexico | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| 2 |  South Africa | 3 | -1 | 4 |
| 3 | Korea Republic | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 4 | Czechia | 3 | -4 | 1 |