Shocking revelation! Beijing time, April 22, Korean media came heavy news, Argentine soccer superstar Lionel Messi led the team, is expected to step on the soil of South Korea in June, and the South Korean national team to start a passionate warm-up match!
It has been revealed in advance by the Argentine media that the Argentine team will depart to fly to South Korea in June, and the tournament will be an important part of the team's preparation for the World Deposit Return Tournament. As the previous Copa America champions, the Messi-led Argentina team is scheduled to kick off their global tour on June 1st. They will challenge Europa League champions Italy in a gala showdown, followed by a match against Brazil in Australia on June 11, which was originally scheduled to take place in the World Cup, but due to scheduling adjustments on the Brazilian side, that didn't work out.
It is worth mentioning that the match between Argentina and Brazil, which was originally scheduled to be held on June 4 in Europe, was eventually canceled due to Brazil scheduling a showdown with South Korea in advance. According to the plan, the match between South Korea and Argentina will take place after the Italy-Brazil match, when South Korea is likely to send its strongest lineup to face the match, and fans will have a chance to witness the exciting matchup between the South Korean team, led by Son, at home against Brazil and Argentina.
It is worth noting that the Korean Football Association (KFA) plans to host four World A matches during the 20th anniversary of the 2002 World Cup in Korea and Japan. In addition to Brazil and Argentina, other South American and African countries are also being evaluated. A KFA official revealed, "We are indeed discussing with Argentina about a warm-up tournament in June, but the exact schedule has not yet been finalized."
