Thursday, June 18, 2026
Kickoff 12:00 local at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Czech Republic vs South Africa - Thursday, June 18, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 25
Thu, Jun 18
Date
12:00 local
Kickoff
Group Stage
Round
A
Group
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Match-day essentials - Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only. Famous for fan-friendly concession pricing.
Best way to get there
MARTA (recommended)
Red and Gold Lines to GWCC/CNN Center Station - 5-min walk to the stadium. Direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport ($2.50, 20 min).
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. MARTA from the airport is one of the easiest transits in the World Cup - leave 75 min before kickoff if airport-direct.
Venue
Atlanta, Georgia - 71,000 capacity - Retractable roof
Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is widely considered the finest stadium in North America. Its signature feature is an eight-panel retractable roof that opens like the aperture of a camera, revealing the sky. Home to both the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC, it won the World Architecture Festival's best sports building award.
Address
1 AMB Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, USA
About This Match
Czech Republic face South Africa in the Group Stage of Group A on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Czech Republic are ranked #30 in the world and managed by Ivan Hašek; South Africa sit at #60 under Hugo Broos. The match kicks off at 12:00 local time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Czech Republic
The Czech Republic enter World Cup 2026 carrying a proud football heritage that stretches back to Czechoslovakia's back-to-back World Cup finals appearances in 1934 and 1962. Coach Ivan Hašek leads a workmanlike but dangerous side built around West Ham midfielder Tomáš Souček and Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick, whose stunning long-range goal against Scotland at Euro 2020 became one of the tournament's iconic moments. Group A alongside co-hosts Mexico, South Korea, and South Africa makes qualification from the group the realistic target. The Czechs qualified via the UEFA playoffs, adding extra motivation to prove their worth on the grandest stage.
Read Czech Republic preview →South Africa
South Africa, famously the only host nation to be eliminated in the group stage at World Cup 2010, return to the global stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years. Bafana Bafana, coached by Belgian Hugo Broos, are an improving side anchored by ageless PSG and Al-Ahly winger Percy Tau. Group A with Mexico, South Korea, and Czech Republic presents a tough but not impossible draw - advancing from the group would match their best tournament finishes. A passionate footballing nation of 60 million, South Africa will be one of the tournament's most popular support acts.
Read South Africa preview →Recent Form
Last results for Czech Republic and South Africa in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Czech Republic
WW- Jun 4vs Guatemala3-1
- May 31vs Kosovo2-1
South Africa
D- May 29vs Nicaragua0-0
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Czech Republic are the market favourite to win Group A.
Czech Republic
Champion outright: 1.0%
South Africa
Where to Watch Czech Republic vs South Africa
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Czech Republic vs South Africa - FAQ
When is Czech Republic vs South Africa in the 2026 World Cup?+
Czech Republic vs South Africa is on Thursday, June 18, 2026 with kickoff at 12:00 local time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Where is Czech Republic vs South Africa being played?+
The match is at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Capacity 71,000, Retractable roof.
What round is Czech Republic vs South Africa?+
It's a Group Stage (Group A) match - match number 25 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for Czech Republic vs South Africa?+
MARTA (recommended): Red and Gold Lines to GWCC/CNN Center Station - 5-min walk to the stadium. Direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport ($2.50, 20 min).
What time should I arrive at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. MARTA from the airport is one of the easiest transits in the World Cup - leave 75 min before kickoff if airport-direct.
What is Czech Republic's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Czech Republic is ranked #30 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Ivan Hašek. Their best World Cup result is Runner-up.
What is South Africa's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
South Africa is ranked #60 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Hugo Broos. Their best World Cup result is Group Stage.