Korea Republic 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Korea Republic will play three group-stage matches in the 2026 World Cup as part of Group A, starting with Czech Republic on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 02:00 UTC in Guadalajara, followed by Mexico on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 01:00 UTC in Guadalajara, and concluding against South Africa on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 01:00 UTC in Monterrey.
All kickoff times listed are in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), so fans should convert these to their local time zones to avoid missing matches. Korea Republic faces a challenging Group A that includes host nation Mexico.
Complete Korea Republic Group Stage Schedule
The Taeguk Warriors will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against European opposition before facing the tournament hosts. Their opening match against Czech Republic on June 12 kicks off at 02:00 UTC in Guadalajara, giving Korean fans an early test of their team's readiness. The crucial second fixture against Mexico presents both opportunity and challenge, as playing the hosts in their own backyard at Guadalajara's stadium will create an electric atmosphere.
Korea Republic's final group match against South Africa in Monterrey on June 25 could prove decisive for advancement to the Round of 16. With matches spread across nearly two weeks, the team will have adequate rest between fixtures. Fans following the tournament can track live scores and build their bracket predictions on Bola 2026 as Korea Republic seeks to progress from what appears to be a competitive but winnable group.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone are Korea Republic's 2026 World Cup matches listed in?
All match times are listed in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Fans must convert to their local time zone - for example, Korean fans should add 9 hours to UTC times.
Which cities will host Korea Republic's group matches?
Korea Republic will play their first two matches in Guadalajara (vs Czech Republic and Mexico) and their final group match in Monterrey against South Africa.
Who are Korea Republic's opponents in Group A?
Korea Republic faces Czech Republic, Mexico, and South Africa in Group A of the 2026 World Cup, with Mexico being the host nation.