Cho Kyu-Sung
World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Czechia | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Mexico | 13 | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs South Africa | 16 | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 🟨 |
Cho Kyu-Sung has established himself as South Korea's most reliable centre-forward option, developing steadily through the K League before earning a move to FC Midtjylland in 2023. Strong in the air, physically imposing, and effective as a target man, he offers Korea a different attacking dimension to the pace-based threats of Son Heung-Min and Hwang Hee-Chan. His time in Denmark's Superliga — a league known for producing physically developed strikers — has sharpened his hold-up play and movement. At 28, he is entering his prime and provides a dependable focal point when Korea need to control games through their centre-forward.
Ansan, Korea Republic · 1998-01-25
Career
FC Midtjylland2023 – present
Jeonbuk Motors2020 – 2022
Gimcheon Sangmu FC2021
FC Anyang2019Frequently asked questions
How old is Cho Kyu-Sung?
Cho Kyu-Sung is 28 years old (born 1998-01-25).
What club does Cho Kyu-Sung play for?
Cho Kyu-Sung plays for Midtjylland and represents Korea Republic.
What position does Cho Kyu-Sung play?
Cho Kyu-Sung plays as a Forward, wearing #9.
How has Cho Kyu-Sung performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Cho Kyu-Sung has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 6.25 at the 2026 World Cup.