South Korea’s Group H opponents at the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Brazil have collectively gone undefeated in their prep matches for the big tournament, providing a glimpse into what can be expected in games that will matter later this month.
Belgium and Russia have played two matches in the past week, and Algeria has played one match in the buildup to the World Cup.
Belgium is the top-ranked nation in Group H at No. 12 and is favored to win the group in Brazil.
The Belgians routed Luxembourg 5-1 and then blanked Sweden 2-0.
Russia, at No. 18, defeated Slovakia 1-0 and then drew Norway 1-1, while Algeria, ranked 25th, beat Armenia 3-1.
Belgium put its firepower on full display, with striker Romelu Lukaku picking up a hat trick against Luxembourg and scoring another against Sweden.
Eden Hazard, a star midfielder for Chelsea, scored the other goal against Sweden.
Russia played stifling defense in both of its matches, but its offense left much to be desired.
Algeria didn’t have all of its best players to start against Armenia, with playmaker Sofiane Feghouli among those watching from the bench at kickoff, but had little trouble in the convincing win. (Yonhap)
