South Korea face Czech Republic (also known as Czechia) at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico — the second match of Group A at the Football World Cup 2026. Kickoff is at — that is in the United States. In the US, English-language coverage is on FOX or FS1, Spanish-language coverage is free on Telemundo, and Peacock streams the match in Spanish with a subscription.
When does South Korea vs Czech Republic kick off?
South Korea vs Czech Republic kicks off at . For US viewers this is a Thursday evening match: on the East Coast and on the West Coast — a prime-time kickoff for Pacific viewers and a late-evening one for the East. In Guadalajara, where Estadio Akron sits, the local kick is at on Thursday, June 11.
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Where is South Korea vs Czech Republic being played?
South Korea vs Czech Republic is played at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico, a 49,800-capacity stadium. Estadio Akron stages more than one Group A fixture during the group stage, which runs across host venues in Mexico, the United States and Canada.
How can I watch South Korea vs Czech Republic in the United States?
In the United States, English-language coverage is carried by FOX Sports — the exclusive English-language broadcaster for the tournament. Matches are split between the FOX broadcast network (free over the air) and FS1 (requires a cable or live-TV subscription). Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo, free over the air, with Universo available via cable. Peacock streams the match in Spanish with a subscription. See the full US watch guide for all options.
Can I watch South Korea vs Czech Republic for free?
It depends on the channel assignment. FOX Sports holds all US English-language rights, and matches are allocated between FOX (free OTA) and FS1 (cable). If this match airs on FOX, you can watch it free with a TV antenna or any live-TV service that includes FOX. Telemundo is always free over the air in Spanish. Note that Tubi’s free stream is limited to the tournament’s two opening matches — it does not carry this fixture.
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Other matches in Group A
Group A’s four teams — Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, and Czech Republic — each play three group-stage matches before the standings are settled. The group opener on June 11 saw Mexico host South Africa at Estadio Azteca.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does South Korea vs Czech Republic kick off?
South Korea vs Czech Republic kicks off at . In the United States that is or on Thursday, June 11. In Guadalajara — where the stadium is located — local kickoff is at on Thursday evening.
Where can I watch South Korea vs Czech Republic in the US?
In the United States, South Korea vs Czech Republic airs on FOX or FS1 in English (FOX is free over the air; FS1 requires a cable or live-TV subscription). Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo free over the air, with Universo available via cable. Peacock streams the match in Spanish with a subscription. Check your local listings to confirm whether the match airs on FOX or FS1.
Is South Korea vs Czech Republic on free TV in the US?
Possibly — it depends on which English-language channel carries this specific match. FOX Sports holds all US English-language rights, split across the FOX broadcast network (free OTA) and FS1 (cable). If this match airs on FOX, it is free with an antenna. Telemundo is always free over the air in Spanish. Tubi does not carry this fixture — Tubi's free stream is limited to the tournament's two opening matches.
Where is South Korea vs Czech Republic being played?
South Korea vs Czech Republic is played at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico. The stadium has a capacity of 49,800 and hosts more than one Group A match during the group stage. The stadium's timezone is America/Mexico_City (CST, UTC−6), so the local kickoff is 8:00 PM on Thursday, June 11, the evening before the June 12 UTC date.
Can I stream South Korea vs Czech Republic on my phone?
Yes. The FOX Sports app streams the match in English, though most matches require a TV-provider sign-in. Telemundo's app and website stream the match in Spanish for free. Peacock streams in Spanish on mobile with a Premium subscription. For cord-cutters, a live-TV service such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or Fubo that includes FOX and FS1 covers all options.
What group is South Korea vs Czech Republic in?
South Korea vs Czech Republic is a Group A match at the Football World Cup 2026. Group A also includes Mexico and South Africa. The top two teams from Group A advance automatically to the Round of 32; the third-placed team may also advance as one of the eight best third-placed finishers across all 12 groups.
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Last updated:Jun 5, 2026
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