South Korea vs Czechia: World Cup group match – teams, start and lineups | World Cup 2026 News | Al Jazeera

South Korea face Czechia in the opening Group A match of the 2026 World Cup at Estadio Guadalajara. South Korea, led by Son Heung-min (33) in his fourth World Cup, are favorites against a Czech side back after a 20-year absence, featuring players like Adam Hlozek and Patrik Schick. Son Heung-min, now playing for Los Angeles FC, scored twice in a recent friendly.