Korea and Mexico start World Cup with significant performances

The 2026 World Cup commenced on June 11 in Guadalajara, Mexico, featuring opening matches where South Korea faced Czechia and Mexico played against the same tournament backdrop. Mexico broke its winless streak in opening World Cup games, with Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez both scoring. Meanwhile, South Korea overcame a first-half deficit against Czechia, securing a 2-1 victory with goals from Hwang In-Beom and Oh Hyun-Gyu. The tournament has generated excitement and international camaraderie among fans, with celebrations observed across cities.

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