Asian Cup – Socceroos vs South Korea Preview & Betting Tips

<p>The Socceroos find themselves in the final eight of the AFC Asian Cup after topping their group and then routing Indonesia in the round of 16.</p> <p>While they have only conceded one goal so far all tournament, there has still been much criticism levelled at their style of play, particularly in the attacking third.</p> <p>The sides they have faced so far haven’t exactly been world class either, but that all changes now.</p> <p>They must now meet one of the highest ranked sides in the competition, South Korea, after Jurgen Klinsmann’s side beat Saudi Arabia in a thrilling penalty shootout to advance to the quarterfinals.</p> <p>With Korea’s squad bristling full of European-based talent such as Son Heung-min (Tottenham), Hwang Hee-chan (Wolverhampton), Lee Kang-in (PSG) and Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich) among others, our Aussies face an uphill battle to qualify for the final four. Can they do it?</p> <p>Let’s find out. For the latest betting tips, predictions, and odds for this Asian Cup quarterfinal clash, check out our Socceroos vs South Korea preview below.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Asian Cup Socceroos vs South Korea – Betting Tips</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>H2H Betting Tip</h3> <p>With their wealth of talent that play for some of the biggest clubs in the world, it’s no surprise that South Korea are the favourites in the H2H market.</p> <p>However, Australia showed at the most recent World Cup that they are greater than the sum of their parts, pushing the world’s best all the way, including eventual winners Argentina.</p> <p>While they haven’t exactly set the world on fire so far at this Asian Cup, the Socceroos always seem to rise to the level of their more fancied opponents.</p> <p>The extra 30 minutes in the South Koreans’ legs, plus Australia's longer break between games, will also work in the Green and Gold’s favour.</p> <p>Expect the Aussies to adopt a defensive approach and look to hit on the break in this game, as they often do against higher ranked opposition.</p> <p>With man mountain Harry Souttar marshalling the defense and the inform Jackson Irvine controlling the midfield, they have the tools at their disposal to grind out a hard-fought upset here.</p> <p><strong>H2H Prediction:</strong> Australia.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Method of Victory Betting Tip</h3> <p>If Australia are to take a defensive mindset into this game as predicted, more than 90 minutes could be required to settle this one.</p> <p>Throughout history the Socceroos have shown they don’t mind a penalty shootout in a big game, and this should be no different.</p> <p>The best bet here for us is either team in extra time or either team on penalties.</p> <p><strong>Method of Victory Prediction:</strong> Either team in extra time.</p>

<h3>Over/Under Betting Tip</h3> <p>This one should be an absolute grind if Graham Arnold has his way. Unless Australia concedes early and are forced to go and chase the game, the under of 2.5 goals is definitely the more appealing option in this market.</p> <p><strong>Over/Under Prediction:</strong> Under 2.5 goals.</p>

<h3>Correct Score Betting Tip</h3> <p>One of the toughest, yet most lucrative markets to predict, the correct score market presents a number of intriguing options for this game.</p> <p>In line with our other predictions, a 1-0 Australian win or a 1-1 draw at the end of full-time are the most appealing choices here.</p> <p>If you’re feeling a little less patriotic and think South Korea will open up the Socceroos early, a 2-0 scoreline in their favour is also within the realms of possibility.</p> <p><strong>Correct score prediction:</strong> 1-0 Australia.</p>

<h2>Asian Cup Socceroos vs South Korea – Odds</h2>

<h2>Asian Cup Socceroos vs South Korea – Match Details</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wukair, Qatar.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, February 3, 2024.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Kick-off time: </strong>2:30am AEDT.&nbsp;</p>