Czech Republic faces South Africa in 2026 World Cup group stage

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Czech Republic faces South Africa in 2026 World Cup group stage
Summary

The 2026 World Cup continues with the Czech Republic taking on South Africa at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Atlanta on June 18 at 12pm EDT. Both teams seek to improve after mixed results in their opening games. The Czech Republic nearly earned a point against South Korea, while South Africa struggled against Mexico, finishing with nine players. This match marks the start of their second group games, with both teams under pressure to secure points. Later matches include Switzerland vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada vs. Qatar, and Mexico vs. South Korea.

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  • Czech Republic vs. South Africa kicks off at 12pm EDT on June 18.
  • Czech nearly drew with South Korea in their first match.
  • South Africa finished their last game with nine men.
  • Switzerland and Bosnia face off later in the day.
  • Canada plays Qatar and Mexico faces South Korea thereafter.
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  • 2:26 PMYahoo Sports2026 World Cup, Day 8: Czechia vs. South Africa; Switzerland vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina; Canada vs. Qatar; Mexico vs. South Korea
  • 6:32 AMYahoo Sports2026 World Cup, Day 8: Czech Republic vs. South Africa; Switzerland vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina; Canada vs. Qatar; Mexico vs. South Korea
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With the World Cup entering its second full week, we’ll get our second look at the 48 nations vying for the Jules Rimet Trophy. Thursday’s action features co-hosts Mexico and Canada defending their home turf against Qatar and South Korea, respectively, while Atlanta hosts Czechia and South Africa, with a BiH-Swiss fixture in LA sandwiched […]

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