South Korea (W) VS Uzbekistan (W)

South Korea enter the 2026 Asian Games quarter-finals after finishing second in Group F with seven points. They scored 12 goals and conceded only once, showing a strong defensive base and an ability to maintain sustained attacking pressure. Their three group matches also highlighted their attacking output: South Korea defeated Myanmar 5-0 and Bangladesh 6-0 before drawing 1-1 with North Korea. The results show strong scoring efficiency before the knockout stage. Uzbekistan finished second in Group G with five points, scoring four goals and conceding three. They remained unbeaten across all three matches, although their first two games against the Philippines and China both ended 1-1. Recent head-to-head history creates a significant contrast. South Korea have won the last four meetings with Uzbekistan, scoring 17 goals without conceding. Most importantly, the teams met at the Asian Cup in March, when South Korea won 6-0. South Korea therefore have several advantages for controlling the match through pressing and attacking quality. Uzbekistan may defend deep, but maintaining their defensive shape could become difficult if South Korea repeatedly increase the tempo.