Czechia, who beat Ireland in a play-off in March to qualify for the World Cup in the USA and Canada, lost their tournament opener to South Korea after ex-Celtic striker Oh Hyeon-gyu scored a late winn

South Korea produced the first comeback victory of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, rallying from a goal down to beat Czech Republic 2-1 in their Group A opener. The Koreans dominated much of the first half,

South Korea will take on Czechia at Guadalajara Stadium on Thursday, June 11, in a crucial Group A matchup that could have major implications for the race to advance to the knockout stage.  Both teams are widely viewed as the leading contenders to join Mexico in progressing from the group,

Second-half goals by Oh Hyeon-gyu and Hwang In-beom steered South Korea to a win over Czechia in a Group A encounter.

Asian giants South Korea face two-time runners-up Czechia in the second match of the opening day of World Cup 2026.

South Korea defeated the Czechia 2-1 in the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage. Mexico, having beaten South Africa 2-0 earlier, lead Group A. South Korea are second.