The second match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup sees South Korea take on the Czech Republic in Guadalajara, Mexico as both sides aim for a winning start in Group A.
Despite an unbeaten qualifying campaign, South Korea arrive at their 11th consecutive World Cup finals under a cloud. Manager Hong Myung-Bo has attracted considerable criticism for his safety-first tactics, while they continue to rely on LAFC forward and Tottenham Hotspur legend Son Heung-Min, who has not scored an MLS goal all season.
The Czech Republic showed they have what it takes to succeed in tournament football with victories over Ireland and Denmark in the play-off semi-final and final respectively, winning twice on penalties after a 2-2 draw. Miroslav Koubek’s side are solid, physical and a threat from set pieces, which could prove crucial in group matches like this, while the likes of West Ham United’s Tomas Soucek and Bayer Leverkusen forward Patrik Schick bring plenty of experience.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch South Korea vs Czech Republic for free in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch South Korea vs Czech Republic for free
South Korea vs Czech Republic is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch South Korea vs Czech Republic in the US
American viewers can watch South Korea vs Czech Republic on FS1.
You can watch all World Cup matches on Fox and FS1, which are available on cord cutters such as YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch South Korea vs Czechia on Fox One (3-day free trial).
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How to watch South Korea vs Czech Republic in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream South Korea vs Czech Republic free on ITV. Live coverage is available at ITV1 and ITVX.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch South Korea vs Czech Republic in Australia
South Korea vs Czech Republic will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch South Korea vs Czech Republic in Canada
In Canada, TSN will broadcast South Korea vs Czech Republic.
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South Korea vs Czech Republic: Match Information
When does South Korea vs Czech Republic start?
South Korea vs Czech Republic starts at 3.00 BST / 12.00 AEST on Friday 12 June. It is at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 11 in the US.
What are the squads for South Korea vs Czech Republic?
South Korea
Goalkeepers: Jo Hyeon-woo (Ulsan), Kim Seung-gyu (FC Tokyo), Song Bum-keun (Jeonbuk).
Defenders: Kim Moon-hwan (Daejeon), Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich), Kim Tae-hyon (Kashima Antlers), Park Jin-seob (Zhejiang), Seol Young-woo (Red Star Belgrade), Jens Castrop (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Lee Ki-hyuk (Gangwon), Lee Tae-seok (Austria), Lee Tae-seok (Han-Jylland), (Jeonbuk).
Midfielders: Kim Jin-gyu (Jeonbuk), Bae Jun-ho (Stoke City), Paik Seung-ho (Birmingham), Yang Hyun-jun (Celtic), Eom Ji-sung (Swansea), Lee Kang-in (Paris St-Germain), Lee Dong-gyeong (Ulsan), Lee Jae-sung (Mainbeom), (Hwangey Inoord), (Wolves).
Extenders: Son Heung-min (LAFC), Oh Hyeon-gyu (Besitkas), Cho Gue-sung (Central Jutland).
The Czech Republic
Goalkeepers: Lukas Hornicek (Braga), Matej Kovar (PSV Eindhoven), Jindrich Stanek (Slavia Prague).
Defenders: Vladimir Coufal (Hoffenheim), David Doudera (Slavia Prague), Tomas Holes (Slavia Prague), Robin Hranac (Hoffenheim), Stepan Chaloupek (Slavia Prague), David Jurasek (Slavia Prague), Ladislav Krejci (Wolverhampton), Jaroslav Zeleny (Sparta Prague), David Zima (Slavia Prague).
Midfielders: Lukas Cerv (Viktoria Plzen), Vladimir Darida (Hradec Kralove), Lukas Provod (Slavia Prague), Michal Sadilek (Slavia Prague), Hugo Sochurek (Sparta Prague), Alexandr Sojka (Viktoria Plzen), Tomas Soucek (West Ham), Pavel Sulc (Olympique Lyonna Plzen).
Extenders: Adam Hlozek (Hoffenheim), Tomas Chory (Slavia Prague), Mojmir Chytil (Slavia Prague), Jan Kuchta (Sparta Prague), Patrik Schick (Bayer Leverkusen).
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Position |
Team |
DG |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
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1 |
Mexico |
0 |
0 |
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2 |
South Africa |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
South Korea |
0 |
0 |
|
4 |
The Czech Republic |
0 |
0 |
Can I watch South Korea vs Czech Republic on my mobile?
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