World Cup 2018: Sweden vs South Korea - 5 Key Players That Could Decide the Game

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#4 Hwang Hee-chan

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Hwang Hee-chan

The 22-year-old is one of the youngest players from both sides. Despite that, he is not an unknown quantity in Europe and has been playing for Red Bull Salzburg for the last three seasons. In total, he has spent four years in the Austrian Bundesliga, making close to 120 appearances in Germany.

The forward has since scored 42 goals and came up with 15 assists for his team. Hee-chan is certainly not in the spotlight as most of the attention is focused on his compatriot, Heung-min, from Tottenham Hotspur.

The youngster has had limited experience playing for his nation. He scored just one goal in seven games during Korea's World Cup qualification journey. However, the forward remains a player who could change the game and help his nation get a positive result in the fixture.

When he plays together with Son, the duo is capable of creating havoc in the defence. They utilise their pace well and are able to find space for themselves in the box, losing their markers.

Hwang has excelled at the youth level for his nation. This time around, he could be the time for him to shine at the senior level.

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