Paik Seung-ho, a former Barcelona academy graduate.
A look at timeline leading up to this performance.
If you'd like to dive deeper into other aspects of this game: The and the controversy they sparked. BRA vs KOR - Second-Half - Bein.mp4.mp4
By halftime, the story was seemingly over. Brazil had "ripped South Korea to shreds" with four goals in just 36 minutes—a feat not seen in a World Cup knockout stage since Germany's 7-1 demolition of Brazil in 2014. Goals from Vinícius Júnior, Neymar (returning from injury), Richarlison, and Lucas Paquetá had turned Stadium 974 into a literal carnival. The Second-Half Narrative
After a free-kick was cleared, Paik settled the ball 25 yards out and unleashed a "stunning," "picture-perfect" half-volley that screamed into the top corner. Paik Seung-ho, a former Barcelona academy graduate
The tribute to performed by the players after the final whistle.
Ultimately, the second half was a story of two different "wins": Brazil winning the match to advance, and South Korea winning back their dignity with a relentless, never-say-die attitude. By halftime, the story was seemingly over
In a rare move, Brazil substituted their starting goalkeeper, Alisson, for third-choice Weverton in the 80th minute—ensuring every member of the 26-man squad played in the tournament.