2026 FIFA World Cup Group A winner South Korea started the tournament with 3 points by beating the Czech Republic 2-1 with the goal of Beşiktaş striker Hyeon-Gyu Oh, in the match where they fell behind 1-0.
The hero of the match, Hyen-gyu Oh, made striking statements after the match and admitted that he was sick before the match.
“MY FEVER WAS 38 DEGREES!”
“This is a feeling that cannot be described in words. Before today’s match, my fever rose to 38 degrees. My physical condition was very bad. I was worried whether I would be able to play. Thanks to all the staff who took such good care of me, I was able to play today and even scored a goal. Even being able to play like this in the World Cup is something to be grateful for and deeply moving. But scoring a goal and winning the match is also a separate happiness. I will humbly continue the positive momentum I gained from today’s victory.”