Czechia seeks first World Cup points in crucial South Africa clash

Czechia takes on South Africa on Thursday in a crucial Group A match at the FIFA World Cup, with both teams looking for their first points of the tournament. After opening with a 2–1 defeat to South Korea, coach Miroslav Koubek's side needs a victory to boost its hopes of reaching the knockout stage. Koubek has indicated he will make changes to the starting line-up for the match in Atlanta. The game, kicking off at 6 p.m. CEST, will be officiated by an all-female refereeing team led by American referee Tori Penso.