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South Korea edges Czechia, Son Heung-Min struggles to find the net

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:50 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

South Korea edges Czechia, Son Heung-Min struggles to find the net

Summary

South Korea secured a 2-1 victory over Czechia in a World Cup match on June 12, 2026. Although Son Heung-Min, their captain and a key player, missed several scoring opportunities, Oh Hyeon-Gyu scored the decisive goal after entering the match. The win puts South Korea in a favorable position ahead of their next challenge against co-hosts Mexico. Son's recent performance raises questions about his ability to lead the team in the tournament, as he has not scored since 2018. His coach expressed confidence in his abilities, indicating a strategic approach moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•South Korea won 2-1 against Czechia on June 12, 2026.
•Oh Hyeon-Gyu scored the winning goal after replacing Son Heung-Min.
•Son took six shots but only one was on target during the match.
•Next, South Korea faces tournament co-hosts Mexico.
•Coach Hong Myung-Bo is willing to make changes to improve team performance.

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4:50 AMCBS Sports — Can South Korea truly make a run in World Cup if Son Heung-Min continues to struggle in front of goal?

What they're saying

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The Tottenham legend missed several opportunities on Friday as South Korea came back to beat Czechia, but how far can they go if he continues to struggle?
— CBS Sportsby Chuck Booth

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