The Czech national team lost to South Korea 1-2 and lost hope of advancing from the group stage.
What happened?
The Czechs led thanks to a goal by Ladislav Krejčí, but the Koreans turned the game around and won 2-1. Matěj Kovář was the hero of the Czech team, but even he couldn't prevent the defeat.
Why it matters for Czechia
The defeat means that the Czechs are now fourth in Group A with 1 point from 3 games. Their recent form is LDL and they have a goal difference of -4.
What's next?
The Czechs will have to work hard against South Africa and Mexico to have a chance of advancing. Their next game is against South Africa and will be played in Atlanta.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-13 | San Marino | 1:0 |
| 2026-09-26 | Croatia | - |
Strength of the opponent
The Koreans continued where they left off in the qualifiers and confirmed the strength of world football. Their coach Hong Mjong-po said that his team was better and deserved the win.
The Czech national team now has a tough road ahead to advance from the group. Their next games will be crucial for their participation in the next rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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