South Korea vs Czech Republic - Live Stream
View the live stream and TV coverage details and live score for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A Match - South Korea vs Czech Republic.
South Korea and Czechia launch their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns on Thursday, June 11, in what could prove to be a pivotal Group A clash at Estadio Guadalajara in Mexico. With co-hosts Mexico widely expected to challenge for top spot in the group, both teams know that a positive result in their opener could significantly boost their chances of reaching the knockout stage. South Korea arrive at the tournament after convincing warm-up wins over Trinidad and Tobago and El Salvador, while Czechia return to the World Cup for the first time since 2006 carrying a six-match winning streak and confidence in their disciplined, physical style of play. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 local time in Guadalajara, 04:00 CET (Friday, June 12) and 10:00 PM US Eastern Time (Thursday, June 11).
How to Watch South Korea vs Czech Republic – FIFA World Cup Match
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| Portugal | In Portugal the game will be broadcast live on Sport TV Channel 5. |
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| Spain | RTVE, TELE Deportes, Movistar Plus+ – M+ Liga de Campeones and tabii will broadcast the match live in Spain. |
| Sweden | The live coverage of the match will be available on TV4 Sweden, NRK1, TV4 Play |
| Norway | The Norwegian football fans can watch the match live on NRK 1 and NRK Sports |
| France | beIN Sports 1, beIN Sports Connect, My Canal and Free will provide live coverage for French football fans. |
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Team News
South Korea:
- Defender Cho Yu-min has been ruled out of the tournament with a foot injury.
- Captain Son Heung-min is expected to lead the attack, supported by Hwang Hee-chan and Lee Kang-in.
Czechia
- No major injury concerns have been reported ahead of the opener.
- Patrik Schick is expected to spearhead the attack, with Tomáš Souček and Pavel Šulc providing support from midfield.
- Ladislav Krejčí is expected to captain the side from central defense.
Predicted Line-ups
South Korea (3-4-2-1): Kim Seung-gyu; Lee Gi-hyuk, Kim Min-jae, Lee Han-beom; Seol Young-woo, Hwang In-beom, Paik Seung-ho, Lee Tae-seok; Hwang Hee-chan, Lee Kang-in; Son Heung-min.
Czechia (3-4-1-2): Matěj Kovář; Tomáš Holeš, Robin Hranáč, Ladislav Krejčí; Vladimír Coufal, Tomáš Souček, Vladimír Darida, David Jurásek; Pavel Šulc; Patrik Schick, Václav Černý.
Match Outlook
The contrast in styles makes this one of the most intriguing opening matches of the tournament. South Korea will look to use the pace and creativity of Son Heung-min, Hwang Hee-chan and Lee Kang-in, while Czechia are expected to rely on their physical presence, defensive organization and dangerous set pieces. With both sides viewing this fixture as a key opportunity to secure points before facing Mexico, a tight and tactical contest is expected in Guadalajara.