Czech Republic Takes Lead Against South Korea with Late Header in 2026 World Cup

The Czech Republic has taken the lead against South Korea, scoring the first goal of their match currently underway at the Arakon Stadium in Zapopan, Mexico, as part of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

Defender Ladislav Krejci opened the scoring for the Czech team in the 59th minute, rising to meet a precise cross from Vladimir Coufal and directing a powerful header into the net, giving his side an advantage in the match.

⚽️🇨🇿 The Czech Republic surprises South Korea with a goal from Ladislav Krejci.

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Czech Republic Starting Lineup Against South Korea in 2026 World Cup

Goalkeeper: Maty Kovar.

Defenders: Stepan Chalobek, Ruben Hranak, Jaroslav Ziliti.

Midfielders: Vladimir Coufal, Tomas Soucek, Alexander Sujka, Ladislav Krejci.

Forward: Patrick Schick.

South Korea Starting Lineup Against Czech Republic in 2026 World Cup

Goalkeeper: Kim Seung-jo.

Defenders: Ji Lee, Kim Min-jae, Han Bum-lee.

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

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