South Korea vs Czech Republic football world cup live
South Korea and the Czech Republic are scheduled to face each other in their opening Group A match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Match Details
- Kickoff Time: 8:00 PM local time (7:00 PM PT / 10:00 PM ET).
- Venue: Guadalajara Stadium (Estadio Akron), Zapopan, Mexico.
- Broadcast: In the US, the match will be televised on Fox (English) and Telemundo (Spanish).
South Korea vs Czech Republic
Match Context
- Current Form: The Czech Republic enters the tournament in strong form, having won their last five games, including pre-World Cup friendlies against Kosovo and Guatemala. South Korea's form is more varied, with recent wins over El Salvador and Trinidad and Tobago tempered by losses to Austria and Ivory Coast.
- Players to Watch: South Korea's attack is led by captain Son Heung-min (Los Angeles FC). The Czech Republic features high-profile strikers Patrik Schick and the 6'7" Tomas Chory.
- Head-to-Head: This is their first competitive meeting. Historically, they have met four times in friendlies, with one win each and two draws. Their last encounter in 2016 was a 2-1 victory for South Korea.
| Feature | South Korea | Czech Republic |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Group | Group A | Group A |
| Key Player | Son Heung-min | Patrik Schick |
| Recent Form | W-W-L-L-W | W-W-W-W-W |
| WC Qualification | Unbeaten in 16 matches | Won via playoffs (penalties) |
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