World Cup 2026 qualifying matches have commenced, with South Korea demonstrating a strong start against the Czech Republic. PSV Eindhoven goalkeeper Matej Kovar made a crucial save during the match, preventing a goal. The first official game of the qualifying tournament will be between Mexico and South Africa on Thursday evening at 9:00 PM local time. This live coverage will provide ongoing updates on all developments in the pursuit of the World Cup title. The competition marks the beginning of the qualification process for the expanded 48-team tournament. Fans can follow the latest news and results throughout the day via this live blog. The qualifying rounds will determine which nations advance to the final tournament.