2026 World Cup: Group A standings after matchday 1

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Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

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After the first round of Group A at the 2026 World Cup, Mexico and South Korea have taken an early step toward qualification, while Czechia and South Africa are already feeling the heat.

Two matches, two emphatic results. Group A of the 2026 World Cup kicked off with a clear verdict: Mexico and South Korea are out in front, each with three points, while Czechia and South Africa are left trailing behind.

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Matchday 1 results:

Mexico 2 - 0 South Africa
Goals: Quiñones (9'), Jiménez (67')

South Korea 2 - 1 Czechia
Goals: Krejci (59') / Hwang In-Beom (67'), Oh Hyeon-Gyu (80')

Group A standings:

1. Mexico 3 points
2. South Korea 3 points
3. Czechia 0 points
4. South Africa 0 points

That sets up a crucial Mexico vs South Korea clash on June 19 to determine the group leader. Meanwhile, Czechia and South Africa are already facing a must-win showdown when they meet head-to-head on June 18.

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