South Korea Stuns Czechia With Comeback Win in World Cup Opener
South Korea produced the first comeback of the 2026 World Cup on Friday, beating Czechia 2-1 in the group stage. Czechia struck first, but South Korea responded with two goals and held on for a dramatic turnaround.
The Czech goal carried historical weight, as it was their first World Cup goal since 2006. Even so, it was not enough to preserve the lead or earn a result.
After the upset, South Korea moved to the top of the group alongside Mexico. Both teams now have the same number of points and are in a strong position to reach the round of 16.
The result adds more tension to the group stage, where the battle for the next round is already tightening. The article also notes Mexico’s 2-0 win over South Africa in the tournament’s opening match.
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