It wasn’t the ending fans hoped for, but Kuwait’s journey in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers wrapped up with a tough 4-0 loss against South Korea at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul.

Kuwait struggled to keep pace with the strong South Korean team, who dominated from the opening whistle

Goalkeeper Suleiman Abdul Ghafoor worked tirelessly to keep the score respectable early on, but South Korea broke through in the 30th minute with Jo Won-gyeon’s goal from a corner.

Despite the setback, Kuwait showed flashes of promise, especially when Ahmed Al-Zanki nearly set up Talal Al-Qaisi for a crucial goal, though the chance slipped away. South Korea ramped up pressure in the second half, netting three more goals, effectively sealing their dominant victory.

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Coach Juan Pizzi made tactical substitutions, bringing fresh energy onto the pitch, but Kuwait couldn’t find the breakthrough needed.

Though disappointed, Kuwait ends its qualifying campaign with valuable lessons and a promise to come back stronger in future competitions. Keep your heads up, team Kuwait—fans are proud of your efforts!

Other Group B Teams Fought For Position

Simultaneously across the region, other crucial Group B matches unfolded at 9:15 pm. Jordan squared off against Iraq in a match featuring two teams that had already booked their tickets – Jordan heading to the World Cup and Iraq securing a play-off spot. Further drama unfolded between Palestine and Oman, who were in a direct battle for the crucial fourth-place spot required for play-off qualification, making their game a decisive showdown.