The 2026 World Cup qualifying matches are underway with several games taking place this evening and overnight. In early matches, Mateo Chávez of AZ Alkmaar scored the opening goal for Mexico against the Czech Republic. Simultaneously, South Africa took the lead against South Korea. These results provide updates as teams compete for a place in the tournament. Further developments, including news regarding the Dutch national team, are being followed via a liveblog. Six matches are scheduled to be played during the evening and night, offering significant progress in the qualification process. The ongoing matches are providing insight into team performance and potential contenders for the 2026 World Cup.