New Delhi, June 11 -- South Korea face Czechia in Group A at the FIFA World Cup 2026. It is the first competitive meeting between these two nations.

The match takes place on Thursday, 12 June 2026, with the kick-off at 7:30 AM for viewers in India. The venue is Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Mexico.

South Korea and Czechia have met 3 times in friendlies. Each side has 1 win, and one match ended in a draw.

Their most recent clash came in 2016. South Korea won 2-1 in Prague that day. The key duel is Kim Min-jae against Patrik Schick. The Bayern Munich defender must contain Schick's aerial threat and physical presence.

Both sides arrive in good shape, but South Korea hold a slight edge in recent form.

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