The reported South Korea selection includes Lee Kang-in, Hwang Hee-chan and Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae, giving Son a strong supporting cast around another major international campaign.
Son remains the headline figure, but South Korea’s balance could prove just as important. Lee offers creativity between the lines, Hwang provides direct running and Kim anchors the defence. That combination gives the side experience across the pitch rather than relying solely on its captain’s attacking output.
The report identifies different strengths among the other teams in the group:
Mexico appear to offer the broadest attacking range, while South Africa’s mix of leadership and youthful energy could make them difficult to contain. Czechia’s threat is more clearly built around Schick’s finishing and the experience of its senior players.
The reported selections underline the tournament’s depth. Brazil are listed with Neymar, Vinicius Jr and Alisson, while France’s group includes Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele. Norway bring Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard; Argentina still feature Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez.
Portugal reportedly retain Cristiano Ronaldo alongside Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva. England’s headline names include Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka, while Spain’s list features Rodri, Pedri and Lamine Yamal.
The next storyline will be whether these reported squads translate pedigree into group-stage momentum when the tournament begins.