South Korea host Venezuela in Ulsan friendly

Recent form points both ways

South Korea have won two and lost three of their last five matches. The victories were comfortable, 3-0 against Ecuador in September and 2-1 against Czech Republic in June, but the defeats included a 4-1 reverse to Uruguay in their last meeting. Venezuela's record mirrors that run: two wins, one draw and two defeats. They began the year strongly, winning 4-1 against Trinidad and Tobago in March, and recorded a 2-0 victory over Iraq in June, but lost 2-1 to Japan in their last match in September.

One meeting, ten years ago

The sides have met once before, in September 2014, when South Korea won 3-1. That single fixture produced four goals. Neither team has faced the other since, making this only the second meeting between the two nations. With no recent pattern to draw from and lineups not yet announced, the fixture offers both sides a chance to test themselves against unfamiliar opposition in a rare window outside the usual continental rhythms.

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