Korea Republic vs Czechia Result: Korea Republic 2–1 Czechia — World Cup 2026 Matchday 1
Quick answer: Korea Republic 2–1 Czechia at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara on June 11, 2026 — Group A, Match 2. Scorers: Korea Republic: Hwang Inbeom (67'), Oh Hyeongyu (80'). Czechia: Ladislav Krejci (59').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Korea Republic 2–1 Czechia |
| Group | A |
| Match | #2 (Matchday 1) |
| Date | June 11, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 23:00 |
| Venue | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 1 |
| Goal scorers | Korea Republic: Hwang Inbeom 67', Oh Hyeongyu 80'; Czechia: Ladislav Krejci 59' |
Goal Scorers
- 67'Hwang Inbeom
- 80'Oh Hyeongyu
- 59'Ladislav Krejci
Match Summary
Korea Republic came from behind to beat Czechia 2-1 at Estadio Akron. Ladislav Krejci gave Czechia a 59th-minute lead before Hwang Inbeom equalized and Oh Hyeongyu scored the winner in the 80th minute.
Player of the match: Hwang Inbeom.
Key Moments
- Ladislav Krejci put Czechia ahead in the 59th minute.
- Hwang Inbeom leveled for Korea Republic in the 67th minute.
- Oh Hyeongyu scored the decisive goal in the 80th minute to complete the comeback.
Group A Standings After Matchday 1
Korea Republic join Mexico on three points in Group A. Czechia drop to the bottom of the group after Matchday 1.
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What This Means for Korea Republic & Czechia
Korea Republic take three points from Matchday 1. Czechia must respond on Matchday 2.
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What's Next — Matchday 2
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Korea Republic | Full schedule — Group A |
| Czechia | Full schedule — Group A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Korea Republic vs Czechia score at World Cup 2026?
Korea Republic 2–1 Czechia — played at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara on June 11, 2026 (Group A, Matchday 1).
Who won Korea Republic vs Czechia World Cup 2026?
Korea Republic won 2–1.
Where was Korea Republic vs Czechia played?
Estadio Akron, Guadalajara — kickoff 23:00 local time.
What group is Korea Republic vs Czechia in?
Group A at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group A?
Korea Republic join Mexico on three points in Group A. Czechia drop to the bottom of the group after Matchday 1.
Who scored in Korea Republic vs Czechia?
Korea Republic: Hwang Inbeom 67', Oh Hyeongyu 80'. Czechia: Ladislav Krejci 59'.