World Cup 2026: South Korea snatch 2-1 win over Czech Republic in tournament opener

South Korea came back from a goal down to snatch a thrilling 2-1 win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup Group A opener on Thursday (Jun 11), substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu grabbing the winner in the 80th minute. The Koreans joined Mexico on three points at the top of the pool after the co-hosts defeated nine-man South Africa 2-0 in the tournament opener in Mexico City.

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