Australia U23 vs South Korea U23 predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Jan 15, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

AFC Asian Cup U23, on Saturday,

Australia U23

South Korea U23

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In an exciting AFC Asian Cup U23 clash, Australia U23 will face off against South Korea U23 on January 17, 2026. Australia U23, with a recent form showing victories in 2 of their last 3 matches, will have the advantage of playing on home turf. On the other hand, South Korea U23, who have managed to secure a win in 1 of their last 3 matches, will be looking to make a statement in this highly anticipated encounter.

The bookmakers’ odds currently favor the home side, with Australia U23 at 3.26 compared to South Korea U23 at 2.26. This suggests a closely contested match, with a predicted final score of 1:1.

Tactically, Australia U23 will likely look to capitalize on their recent victories and the home crowd advantage to push for the win. South Korea U23, on the other hand, will need to showcase their strengths and make the most of their opportunities to come out on top.

With both teams in decent form and evenly matched on paper, this match is set to be a thrilling battle until the final whistle. Fans can expect an intense and competitive showdown between two talented sides.

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Australia U23
27.4%		 Draw
33.1%		 South Korea U23
39.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 3.31 2.7 2.27
WilliamHill 3.2 2.7 2.25

Latest Results

14.01.26 Iraq U23 – Australia U23 – 1:2
11.01.26 China U23 – Australia U23 – 1:0
08.01.26 Australia U23 – Thailand U23 – 2:1
09.09.25 Australia U23 – China U23 – 0:0
06.09.25 East Timor U23 – Australia U23 – 0:6		 13.01.26 Uzbekistan U23 – South Korea U23 – 2:0
10.01.26 Lebanon U23 – South Korea U23 – 2:4
07.01.26 South Korea U23 – Iran U23 – 0:0
10.10.25 Saudi Arabia U23 – South Korea U23 – 4:0
09.09.25 South Korea U23 – Indonesia U23 – 1:0

Facts

  • Australia U23 may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • South Korea U23 could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Australia U23 won 0 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 6:10. (average 1.2:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    05.06.25 South Korea U23 – Australia U23 – 0:0
    26.03.24 Australia U23 – South Korea U23 – 2:3 penalties
    22.01.20 Australia U23 – South Korea U23 – 0:2
    26.03.19 South Korea U23 – Australia U23 – 2:2
    17.01.18 South Korea U23 – Australia U23 – 3:2

    Standings

    Final tournament

    Group A

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vietnam U23 3 3 0 0 5:1 4 9
    2 Jordan U23 3 2 0 1 4:4 0 6
    3 Saudi Arabia U23 3 1 0 2 3:4 -1 3
    4 Kyrgyzstan U23 3 0 0 3 1:4 -3 0

    Group B

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Japan U23 3 3 0 0 10:0 10 9
    2 United Arab Emirates U23 3 1 1 1 3:4 -1 4
    3 Syria U23 3 1 1 1 2:6 -4 4
    4 Qatar U23 3 0 0 3 0:5 -5 0

    Group C

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Uzbekistan U23 3 2 1 0 5:2 3 7
    2 South Korea U23 3 1 1 1 4:4 0 4
    3 Lebanon U23 3 1 0 2 5:7 -2 3
    4 Iran U23 3 0 2 1 0:1 -1 2

    Group D

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Australia U23 3 2 0 1 4:3 1 6
    2 China U23 3 1 2 0 1:0 1 5
    3 Iraq U23 3 0 2 1 2:3 -1 2
    4 Thailand U23 3 0 2 1 2:3 -1 2

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