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South Korea Stuns Czechia With Comeback Win in World Cup Opener
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80% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 12, 2026
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What happened
South Korea came from behind to defeat Czechia 2-1 in a 2026 World Cup group-stage match on Friday. Czechia scored its first World Cup goal since 2006, but South Korea’s comeback lifted it into first place in the group with Mexico.
- 01South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 after trailing in the World Cup group stage.
- 02It was the tournament’s first comeback win.
- 03Czechia scored its first World Cup goal since 2006.
- 04South Korea now leads the group alongside Mexico.
- 05Both teams are well placed to reach the round of 16.
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