South Korea on Friday, ended the Czech Republic’s six-match unbeaten run in the World Cup as they came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic in their Group A clash in Guadalajara.
The three goals were scored in the second half. Ladislav Krejci’s header opened scores for the Czechs before the South Koreans equalised eight minutes later through Hwang In-beom. The South Koreans then completed the comeback through Oh Hyeon-gyu to end the game at 2-1.
The victory leaves the Koreans level on points with Mexico after the co-hosts beat South Africa in Group A earlier on the opening day.
South Korea will meet hosts Mexico in their second game while South Africa will battle the Czech Republic in the same Group A.
