Paik Seungho
Korea RepublicMidfielderBirmingham CityPaik Seungho goes into World Cup 2026 as a midfielder who can shape tempo and spacing for Korea Republic. He arrives with international experience already logged in the checked data. Birmingham City provides his recent club rhythm before the tournament. The focus is first-touch decisions, central spacing and the next pass after a regain.
Group A
Jun 11, 2026vs Czechia - 8:00 PM CST
Quick Facts
Paik Seungho and Korea Republic World Cup 2026 Squad
Korea Republic selected Paik Seungho for World Cup 2026 with a clear football task. As a midfielder, he can give the ball a safe route forward and close central lanes when possession is lost.
Seungho is part of a group of 10 midfielders, so the opponent and match state can affect his minutes.
International Record
Paik Seungho arrives with international experience already logged in the checked data.
Seungho's senior international timeline dates back to 2019, which gives the record more weight than a simple squad listing.
International Record
- World Cup 2026 role: Korea Republic list Paik Seungho as a midfielder, with minutes linked to form, workload and game state.
- Group opponents: Korea Republic face Czechia, Mexico and South Africa in the group stage.
Playing Style and Strengths
Seungho's World Cup value starts with first-touch decisions, central spacing and the next pass after a regain.
Seungho's first touch can decide whether midfield pressure becomes a problem or a chance to play forward.
- Tempo control
- Pressure resistance
- Recovery runs
- Forward passing
- Second-ball duels
- Central spacing
World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Korea Republic start against Czechia on 11 June 2026 in Guadalajara. For Seungho, the first match is a direct test of match rhythm and role clarity.
Mexico follow on 18 June 2026 in Guadalajara. For Seungho, the second fixture can quickly change the selection picture if the opener leaves Korea Republic chasing points or protecting workload.
| Kickoff | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 20268:00 PM CST | Czechia | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara |
| Jun 18, 20267:00 PM CST |  Mexico | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara |
| Jun 24, 20267:00 PM CST |  South Africa | Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey |
Dates and kickoff times above are shown in the venue timezone.
Recent Form
Paik Seungho made 43 club appearances for Birmingham City in 2025/26, scoring 4 goals.
Korea Republic will read form through actions that show in matches, not reputation alone. Training sharpness, recovery and the scoreline can still decide Seungho's minutes.
Career Stats
Paik Seungho arrives with international experience already logged in the checked data.
For Korea Republic, the numbers guide the selection picture, but they do not replace match readiness. The opener still has to fit Seungho's form and the opponent's plan.
| Field | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Team | Korea Republic |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Club | Birmingham City |
| Caps | verified |
| Goals | verified |
| Born | Verified locally |
World Cup 2026 Role
Paik Seungho enters World Cup 2026 with Korea Republic as a midfielder. Match role, form and group-stage needs will shape his minutes.
Korea Republic will judge him through training rhythm before the tournament. The useful signs are ball security, passing choices and recovery runs.
Korea Republic start against Czechia on Jun 11, 2026 in Guadalajara. Mexico and South Africa come next in the group. The match order can affect workload and selection.
FAQ
Is Paik Seungho in the Korea Republic World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. Paik Seungho is in Korea Republic's World Cup 2026 squad in the checked player data.
What position does Paik Seungho play?
He is listed as a midfielder for Korea Republic.
How many international caps and goals does Paik Seungho have?
The page lists the available international record from the checked player data.
Who are Korea Republic's World Cup 2026 group opponents?
Korea Republic face Czechia, Mexico and South Africa in the group stage.
When is Paik Seungho's first World Cup 2026 match?
Korea Republic start against Czechia on 11 June 2026 in Guadalajara.
What is Paik Seungho's latest club form?
He plays for Birmingham City in the checked player facts.
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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 |