In-beom Hwang 

Before scoring in the World Cup for South Korea, Hwang In-beom ripped a few bangers for @WhitecapsFC

South Korea come from behind to beat the Czech Republic in Guadalajara — thanks in no small part to Hwang In-beom. The Feyenoord midfielder's composed effort cancelled out Ladislav Krejci's opener. His delivery for Oh Hyeon-gyu helped his country to victory in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Czech Republic scored their first World Cup goal since 2006 but their wait for a victory continues.

FT' | FINAL SCORE 🏆 South Korea 🇰🇷 earn an opening win vs. Czechia 🇨🇿 as former #VWFC star Hwang In-beom helps orchestrate a 2-1 turnaround 😎 CanMNT 🇨🇦 fans, keep an eye on this group – if Canada finish 2nd, they'll play the runners-up here in the Round of 32 👀

Moments after Tomas Soucek's header was disallowed for the Czech Republic, South Korea have taken the lead. Hwang In-beom turns provider as Oh Hyeon-gyu, who replaced Son Heung-min after 69 minutes, finished from close range.

Oh Hyeon-Gyu puts South Korea ahead of Czechia 2-1! Hwang In-Beom with a goal and an assist on the night 👏

The cutback. The chip. Poetry in motion from In-Beom Hwang 🇰🇷

South Korea didn't need long to find an equaliser against the Czech Republic. Hwang In-beom latched on to Lee Kang-in's through ball and showed great composure to draw his country level.

SOUTH KOREA HITS RIGHT BACK 🔥 Hwang In-Beom equalizes vs. Czechia in the second half!