South Korea Scores Injury Time Winner to Advance in FIFA World Cup

A dramatic 94th minute goal sends South Korea through to the knockout stage in style.

In one of the most thrilling moments of the 2025 FIFA World Cup, South Korea delivered an unforgettable 94th minute winner to secure their place in the quarterfinals. The dramatic late goal came in a high intensity Round of 16 clash against Denmark, ending 2-1 in favor of the Asian side and sending fans into a frenzy. The match was fiercely contested, with both teams trading attacks and maintaining a high tempo throughout. Denmark took an early lead in the 17th minute, but South Korea responded with a stunning equalizer from captain Son Heung-min midway through the second half. The game seemed destined for extra time until substitute forward Cho Gue-sung etched his name into Korean football history. With the clock ticking deep into injury time, South Korea launched one final attack. A clever pass from Lee Kang-in found Cho at the edge of the box, who unleashed a powerful strike into the top corner, leaving the Danish keeper no chance. The stadium erupted as players, staff, and fans celebrated wildly, knowing they had secured a famous victory. The goal not only symbolized South Korea’s never say die attitude but also marked their first progression to the quarterfinals since their iconic run in 2002. Coach Paulo Bento praised the team’s resilience, “They never gave up. This is a special group, and tonight, they wrote a new chapter in our football story.” Social media exploded with admiration for the team’s spirit and dramatic finish. Pundits called it one of the most memorable knockout stage wins of the tournament. South Korea now prepares to face a formidable opponent in the next round, but with their current momentum and belief, they’ve proven they’re capable of going even further.