World Cup Nights: Mexico and Korea hit the ground running, now it's Group B's turn

The 2026 World Cup is up and running. On the opening night hosts Mexico beat South Africa 2-0, and South Korea came from behind to edge the Czech Republic 2-1. Tonight Group B takes the stage, with co-hosts Canada and a Switzerland side chasing its first points.

The record World Cup opens in the hosts' favour. At the Azteca, Mexico control and strike: Quiñones breaks the deadlock after eight minutes, Jiménez settles it after the break. 2-0 over South Africa, three big points and a Group A already taking shape.

South Korea's night was tougher — and all the more thrilling for it. Behind to Krejčí's goal on 59', the Koreans kept their heads: Hwang In-beom and Oh Hyeon-Gyu completed the comeback late on. 2-1 over the Czech Republic and level with Mexico at the top. Czechia and South Africa already against the wall.

Two games, two confirmations: home advantage lifting Mexico, and the mental strength of a Korea side that looks among the most in-form of the Asian contingent. Group A, balanced on paper, already has two leaders and two teams playing catch-up.

Tonight the page turns to Group B, perhaps the most unpredictable of the opening round. Canada, one of the three host nations, kick off in front of their fans against a sharp, ruthless Bosnia and Herzegovina. Completing the picture, Switzerland — among the possible surprises — face Asian champions Qatar, out for redemption on the biggest stage.

It's only the beginning: 104 matches, a month of non-stop football. We tell the story at dawn, every morning. Enjoy the World Cup.

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