Meet Single's Inferno 5's Kim Go-Eun, About Her Soccer Star Dad To Bond With Hyeon-Woo And Jo I-geon

Netflix's Single's Inferno Season 5 is quickly heading into its finale on February 10, 2026, after a successful season, which kept viewers hooked. One of the contestants who firmly gained the spotlight in the season has been Kim Go-eun. The 26-year-old model quickly became one of the most talked-about contestants of the season. She has not only been admired for her impeccable screen presence but also for her complicated love square on the show, which has left everyone guessing. Amid the curiosity over her choice in the finale, let's know all about Kim Go-eun. 

Kim Go-run ruled the pageant world before stepping into the reality shows 

Before Kim Go-eun took her steps towards the island, she rose to national attention after becoming the Second Runner-up at the 66th Miss Korea pageant in 2022. Later, she built her career as a professional model, collaborating with beauty and fashion brands. In fact, she has been profiled by Marie Claire for her editorial work. Before modeling, Kim Go-eun worked as a cabin crew member, and the job shaped her calm, composed demeanor on camera. Meanwhile, the YTN star revealed that her casting in Season 5 raised curiosity among the international fans.

Another interesting aspect of Kim Go-eun's background is that she is the daughter of Kim Hyun-soo, a former South Korean national footballer. He played a vital role in helping his team lift the 1998 FIFA World Cup. According to the Lifestyle outlets, including Lifestyle Asia and The Tab, the connection added more intrigue to her personality for the global audiences. Back in 2023, she also made headlines after being spotted at a football match in Japan with G-Dragon. But, Hindustan Times cited a statement from his agency, Galaxy Corporation, clarifying that they were just "close friends."

Kim Go-eun's love square has gained spotlight on Single's Inferno Season 5 

Kim Go-eun's journey on the show has been anything but simple. During the initial episodes, fans lauded her natural chemistry with Woo Sung-min. But just when fans thought that they were "a power couple", the entry of Jo I-geon in Episode 7 changed the game. Kim chose her for a poolside date instead of Woo Sung-min, leaving the panelist, Dex, confused.

Later, during a truth-or-dare game in the 8th episode, she surprised everyone by choosing Shin Hyeon-woo for Paradise. He called it a turning point for him and felt Kim was "the one". However, the drama escalated when Jo I-geon won a challenge to take her on another date, but Hyeon-woo finished second. Subsequently, he refused to use his ticket with anyone else and stayed back in Inferno, which won the applause of fans. 

Whom might Kim Go-eun choose in Single's Inferno Season 5 finale? 

As Single's Inferno 5 is racing towards its finale, the speculation has increased over her choice at the end. Some reports by Xiaohongshu have suggested that Kim Go-eun may ultimately choose Hyeon-woo. Meanwhile, the viewers are split between wanting her to choose "Team Hyeon-woo," for his quiet loyalty, and "Team I-geon," who point to their effortless chemistry in Paradise. But regardless of the choice, many believe that Kim Go-eun's grounded upbringing and close bond with her father and family will influence her decision. 

Who do you think Kim Go-eun might choose in the finale?

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