2026 World Cup: Czech Republic and South Korea End First Half in Goalless Draw

The first half of the match between the Czech Republic and South Korea concluded in a goalless draw at the Arakón Stadium in Zapopan, Mexico, as part of the opening round of the 2026 World Cup group stage.

During the first half, both teams displayed a balanced performance, with South Korea having a slight edge in ball possession. The Czech team focused on quick counterattacks in search of a breakthrough.

Czech Republic’s Lineup Against South Korea in 2026 World Cup

Goalkeeper: Matěj Kovář.

Defense: Štěpán Chaloupka, Rubén Hranáč, Jaroslav Zelený.

Midfield: Vladimír Coufal, Tomáš Souček, Alexander Sörloth, Ladislav Krejčí.

Attack: Patrik Schick.

South Korea’s Lineup Against Czech Republic in 2026 World Cup

Goalkeeper: Kim Seung-kyu.

Defense: Ji Soo Park, Kim Min-jae, Han Bum-soo.

Midfield: Lee Tae-suk, Baek Seung-ho, Hwang In-beom, Young Woo-seok.

Attack: Lee Jae-sung, Son Heung-min, Kang In-lee.