Czechia vs South Africa

In the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, Czech Republic and South Africa played out a 1-1 draw at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. M. Sadílek opened the scoring for Czech Republic with a header in the 6th minute, before T. Mokoena levelled from the penalty spot in the 83rd minute to earn South Africa a share of the points. Statistically, South Africa dominated possession with 62% and registered 17 shots, while Czech Republic managed 14 shots despite holding just 38% of the ball. Following the result, Czech Republic sit fourth in the group with one point, while South Africa move up to second with four points, leaving the battle for qualification wide open heading into the remaining fixtures.