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FIFA blames empty seats at World Cup match in Mexico on fans in the concourses

FIFA has blamed the empty seats during the World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara on fans who watched from the concourses

The Independent UK

South Korea Hits E-Commerce Giant With Record $409 Million Fine Over Data Leak Of 33 Million Users

South Korean authorities have imposed a record $408 million fine on e-commerce giant Coupang after concluding that a massive data breach exposed the personal information of more than 33 million customers.

International Business Times

South Koreans revel in ‘World Cup brunch’ as time difference sees beers swapped for breakfast

Crowds gather around big screen in Seoul with commuters and schoolchildren alike ditching their daily routine to back the Red Devils

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World Cup day one highlights - Five goals, three red cards, tears of joy and the dreaded long throw

Mexico vs South Africa and South Korea vs the Czech Republic offered plenty of big moments and talking points

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BBC put wrong names on World Cup goalscorer graphics in embarrassing slip-up

BBC Sport's on-screen graphics for their highlights package left something to be desired

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World Cup Debrief - Day 1 : Mexico wins whilst South Africa sees red

The 2026 World Cup is finally here and it all kicked off yesterday at the Azteca stadium in Mexico, as the hosts faced off with South Africa. After a beautiful opening ceremony in Mexico City, the smoke cleared for some more fireworks, but this time on the pitch... Meanwhile, South…

France 24

Masses of empty seats at World Cup's second-smallest venue prompts further FIFA backlash

FIFA's ticket policy was questioned before the game and their critics look to have it spot on just one day into the tournament

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What song is played before games at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup, hosted by Mexico, Canada and the United States, began on Thursday with Mexico beating South Africa 2-0 in a packed Azteca Stadium. Before the match, fans were treated to a spectacular opening ceremony, featuring performances from Shakira and Burna Boy. Shortly afterwards, the two teams entered…

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Canada and USA enter fray; empty seats; Mexico’s winning start; McTominay fitness boost – as it happened

The latest news as co-hosts USA and Canada get their World Cup campaigns under way

The Guardian - UK

FIFA World Cup 2026, what to know: Mexico starts with big win while the US and Canada prepare for openers

Mexico secured a 2-0 victory in their World Cup opener against South Africa. The United States and Canada are set to play their first matches today. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored for Mexico. South Korea also won, with a 2-1 against Czech republic. Fans can watch all games on…

The Economic Times

Former Celtic forward Oh bags winner as South Korea come from behind to beat Czech Republic

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Embarrassment for hosts as thousands of seats left empty at South Korea v Czechia match

Fifa has come under fire for the exorbitant cost of World Cup tickets, with a reported 180,000 tickets still listed

Evening Standard

10 Photos of Hwang In-beom and His Wife as South Korea Midfielder Shines at the 2026 World Cup

Hwang In-beom, a pivotal player for South Korea in the 2026 World Cup, balances his football career with family life, drawing attention both on and off the field.

International Business Times UK

Former South Korean President Yoon Handed 30-Year Jail Term on Top of a Previous Life Sentence

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for a covert drone operation aimed at provoking North Korea, marking another chapter in his political downfall.

International Business Times UK

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The National (Scotland)

Watch ex-Celtic star score as Yang Hyun-jun suffers World Cup disappointment

It was a mixed night for Celtic-affiliated players, as South Korea won their opening World Cup match against the Czech Republic in Guadalajara.

The National (Scotland)

World Cup: South Korea come from behind to beat Czech Republic in Guadalajara

Substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu gave South Korea a winning start to the World Cup as they came from behind to beat the Czech Republic 2-1.

Bangkok Post

S. Korea court sentences ex-president Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion

SEOUL — A South Korean court sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in ⁠prison on Friday for charges linked to his ordering an incursion of military drones over North Korea to help create a pretext for his ‌failed December 2024 martial law declaration.

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 live: Scotland build up to opening game, investigation into theft at England camp, Ghana criticise ‘unfair’ Partey decision

Scotland face a ‘must-win’ opening clash against Haiti in Boston while England have been able to recover some of the missing items stolen from their training base in Kansas City

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Evening Standard

South Korea 2-1 Czechia: In-beom Hwang inspires comeback win in World Cup opener

South Korea join Mexico at the top of Group A

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 viral moment: South Korean reporter kissed live on air by Mexican fan, responds with cheerful 'Gracias'

FIFA World Cup 2026: A South Korean reporter covering the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico was unexpectedly kissed by a fan during a live broadcast. The viral video sparked a global discussion on consent and double standards, with many users questioning the differing reactions based on gender. The incident…

The Economic Times

South Korea vs Czechia FIFA World Cup 2026 highlights, stats, scores and how the match unfolded

South Korea vs Czechia FIFA Match: South Korea began their FIFA World Cup 2026 journey with a thrilling 2-1 win against Czechia. After conceding a goal, South Korea fought back strongly. Hwang In-beom equalized, and substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu scored the winning goal. This victory gives South Korea crucial early points…

AAP

SPO:South Koreans surge back to score a stunning Czech mate

A brilliant game by Hwang In-beom has led South Korea to a 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup clash in Mexico.

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South Koreans surge back to score a stunning Czech mate

A brilliant game by Hwang In-beom has led South Korea to a 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup clash in Mexico.

Bangkok Post

South Korea fight back to beat Czech Republic in World Cup opener

GUADALAJARA, Mexico - South Korea rallied from a goal down to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 and make a winning start to their World Cup Group A campaign, much to the delight of their fans and the sizeable local Mexican support they ⁠enjoyed in a festive Guadalajara on Thursday.

France 24

South Korea sentences ex-president Yoon to 30 years over North Korea drone incident

South Korea on Friday sentenced ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison for sending military drones into North Korea in 2024 in a bid to "heighten inter-Korean military tensions and manufacture a national crisis" enabling him to declare martial law. Yeol was in February given a life imprisonment…

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