LAFC superstar Son Heung-Min and South Korea discovered their 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage opponents on Friday, getting drawn into Group A alongside Mexico , South Africa and the winner of UEFA Playoff D.

Here’s a closer look at what's in store during the 48-team tournament.

Who they drew

Mexico

FIFA World Ranking: 15

How they got here: Co-hosts

World Cup history: 17 previous appearances, including two quarterfinals

Key players: Hirving Lozano (F), Raúl Jiménez (F), Edson Álvarez (M), Luis Malagón (GK)

Coach: Javier Aguirre

South Africa

FIFA World Ranking: 61

How they got here: CAF Group C winners

World Cup history: 3 previous appearances, 2010 hosts

Key players: Lyle Foster (F), Teboho Mokoena (M), Aubrey Modiba (D), Ronwen Williams (GK)

Coach: Hugo Broos

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