Japan vs South Korea – Head to head record, results & stats

Japan and South Korea have met 19 times on record. Japan lead with 9 wins, South Korea have won 5 times and the two clubs have drawn 5 matches between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 08 December 2003.

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Across their recorded meetings, Japan have found the net 35 times against South Korea, while South Korea have scored 24 times in reply — a combined 59 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 15 July 2025, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 2003. Follow every upcoming Japan versus South Korea clash on SportScore for live scores, starting lineups, minute-by-minute commentary and a head-to-head record that updates automatically once the full-time whistle blows.

How many times have Japan and South Korea played each other?

Japan and South Korea have met 19 times on record, with the first meeting on 08 December 2003.

Who has won more, Japan or South Korea?

Japan have the edge with 9 wins to South Korea's 5, with 5 draws between them.

How many goals are scored when Japan play South Korea?

Their meetings produce 3.11 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 47% of them.