Where to watch Czech Republic at World Cup 2026 — kick-off times and TV

The Czech Republic's opening group match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is South Korea vs Czech Republic at Estadio Guadalajara. Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026. Kick-off: 8:00 PM (Local) / 3:00 AM (BST, June 12). It marks the Narodny Tym's return to the global tournament after a 20-year absence.

Czechia have been drawn into Group A with co‑hosts Mexico, South Korea and South Africa. Match schedule (CEST): Jun 12 — South Korea at Guadalajara Stadium, 04:00 CEST; Jun 18 — South Africa at Atlanta Stadium, 18:00 CEST; Jun 25 — Mexico at Mexico City Stadium, 03:00 CEST.

Domestic broadcast rights are split between Česká televize (ČT) and Skupina Nova. ČT will show matches live on ČT sport and stream games for free via ČT sport Plus on iVysílání, airing more than 50 matches. TV Nova will broadcast another 50+ matches, primarily on Nova Action and TV Nova, with exclusive matches and highlights across Nova's digital platforms.

Czech Republic, Guadalajara

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