Four matches were played at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 19, with South Africa and Czechia sharing the points in a 1-1 draw, Switzerland claiming a 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada producing a commanding 6-0 victory against Qatar, and Mexico defeating South Korea to secure progress to the knockout stage.
South Africa 1-1 Czechia
Czechia made a fast start against South Africa, taking the lead after just five minutes and seven seconds through Michal Sadilek.
South Africa pushed for a response and were handed a late opportunity when Pavel Sulc was penalized for handball in the 83rd minute. Teboho Mokoena converted from the spot to bring South Africa level.
The result leaves both teams on one point in Group A, meaning each side will likely need a win in their final group match to keep their qualification hopes alive.
Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Switzerland produced a strong second-half performance to defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1.
Johan Manzambi opened the scoring in the 74th minute, reacting quickly to a knockdown inside the penalty area and finishing first time past Bosnia goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj. Ruben Vargas doubled Switzerland’s lead in the 84th minute, before turning provider in the 90th minute to set up Manzambi for his second goal of the match from close range.
Bosnia and Herzegovina pulled one back in stoppage time through substitute Ermin Mahmic, who struck powerfully from a corner in the 93rd minute. However, Switzerland restored their three-goal margin in the 97th minute, with Granit Xhaka converting a penalty to seal the win.
Canada 6-0 Qatar
Canada recorded their first-ever World Cup victory in emphatic fashion, beating Qatar 6-0 in front of a packed Vancouver Stadium.
The result puts Canada in a strong position to reach the last 32, but the win was overshadowed by a serious injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné.
The incident occurred eight minutes into the second half, with Canada already leading 3-0. Koné was challenged late by Assim Madibo while competing for possession and suffered a broken tibia and fibula in his left leg. The injury ended his tournament and he is expected to undergo surgery.
Despite the setback, Canada’s dominant display marked a significant moment in their World Cup campaign.
Mexico Beat South Korea To Reach Knockout Stage
Mexico became the first team to qualify for the World Cup knockout stages after defeating South Korea.
Luis Romo scored from close range after South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu spilled the ball, allowing the midfielder to tap into an empty net.
The victory confirms Mexico’s place in the next phase of the tournament. Depending on results, Mexico could face England in the last 16 if both teams win their groups and then progress through the round of 32.
South Korea struggled to make a major impact in the match but remain in contention to advance.
Upcoming matches, all times local:
12:00 — USA vs Australia, Group D18:00 — Scotland vs Morocco, Group C20:00 — Türkiye vs Paraguay, Group D20:30 — Brazil vs Haiti, Group C
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