Argentina and South Korea lock horns in World Cup Group B on Thursday afternoon, with both sides coming into the game on the back of wins.

The Argentinians defeated Nigeria 1-0 thanks to a header from Gabriel Heinze, while South Korea saw off the challenge of Greece, goals from Lee Jung-soo and Park Ji-sung sealing a 2-0 triumph.

Much has been made of Diego Maradona's coaching style but the Argentina legend seems to have created a strong bond within his squad.

And the controversial boss appears to have finally got the best out of Barcelona man Lionel Messi.

Messi has in the past been criticised for not taking his domestic form onto the international stage, but he was electric against Nigeria and was unlucky not to end up on the scoresheet.

However, South Korea proved against Greece that they are no pushovers and their slick passing style combined with a good work ethic makes them difficult opponents.

Argentina will be without midfielder Juan Sebastian Veron, who sat out training on Tuesday.

The former Manchester United and Chelsea man strained his right calf against Nigeria and Maradona will rest him - Maxi Rodriguez is the likely man to fill the breach, as he replaced him in the opening game.

Maradona may also decide to shore up his defence against the Koreans, having played more offensively against Nigeria.

Roma's Nicolas Burdisso could come in while Jonas Gutierrez may keep his place in the side.

South Korea manager Huh Jung-Moo, who played against Maradona in the 1986 World Cup, could welcome striker Lee Dong-guk back following his recovery from a thigh injury.

If Dong-guk does return, Korea could go with a more conservative 4-5-1 formation with Park Chu-yong pushing out wide.

Jung Song-ryong is likely to remain in goal after Huh's surprising decision to axe Lee Woon-jae against Greece.

Song-ryong had a solid performance in the opening game but was rarely tested and could have a busy afternoon ahead of him.