Preview: A lot of new faces, but neither side will want to lose
Carson, California will be the setting for an international friendly between the USA and Korea. The StubHub Center will welcome Korean coach Hong Myung-Bo for the first time, since he announced his retirement in 2004.
Neither side will have their usual lot of players available for this match.
The visitors arrive with a number of players who are employed in the domestic South Korean K-League. Myung-Bo has also called on three players who play in the Japanese J-League, and one other player who represents Chinese club Beijing Guoan.
Korea started their Winter tour of North America in a positive way, defeating Costa Rica 1-0. But that confidence was quickly taken away, as debutante Alan Pulido's hat-trick guided Mexico to a comfortable 4-0 victory.
Bouncing back from that loss will not be easy, but given the new faces that Klinsmann has at his disposal, this could be an open match.
All the players in the USMNT squad take part in Major League Soccer, with the exception of Mix Diskerud, who plays for Norwegian side Rosenborg. The MLS reigning MVP, Mike Magee could get the chance to grab his first cap for the USA if Klinsmann decides to give him some playing time.
With all the new faces, this match will give both managers a chance to see what other players could potentially make the cut for the World Cup in Brazil.
The United States drew a very difficult group, having to take on Ghana, Germany and Portugal. That will make Klinsmann's decision even more difficult, knowing the level of competition he will be up against in the Group Stage.
Korea also got drawn into a difficult group. Belgium, Russia and Algeria will be their opposition, with the Russian's and Belgian's favorites to make it out of the group.
This match should be tight seeing as neither team have their A squad. The more experienced players such as Landon Donovan for the USMNT should help make the difference.
Where to watch this match - live stream, start time, TV channels, live scores
Watch USA vs Korea Republic live on Saturday, February 1, 2014:
In the USA at 17:00 ET on: UniMás, ESPN2, Watch ESPN
Fans in Africa can watch the match live on beIN Sports Arabia 8 HD. If you are outside these viewing areas, be sure to visit the USA vs Korea Republic match page for full TV listings.
