Czechia can secure qualification for the World Cup round of 32 with a win over co-hosts Mexico tonight.Miroslav Koubeks side wouldve perhaps expected more than a solitary point gained from games against South Korea and South Africa and may come to rue not beating Bafana Bafana last time out.Mexico are already through and must tread a fine balance between giving players ample rest and not losing momentum as they head into the knockout rounds.Table of ContentsWhere to watch Czechia v Mexico: TV channel, live online streamsWorld Cup 2026: Czechia v Mexico statsWhere to watch Czechia v Mexico: TV channel, live online streamsKick-off on Thursday is at 02:00 BST (21:00 ET / 18:00 PT). In the UK, live coverage is on BBC One.Streaming on a vast range of devices is available through the BBC iPlayer app and BBC Sport website.World Cup 2026: Czechia v Mexico statsCzechiaare at the World Cup for the 10th time, including eight participations as Czechoslovakia in the previous century, losing the final in 1934 and 1962This is their second participation this century, after being eliminated in the 2006 group stageThey have been eliminated in five of their seven World Cup group stages, only progressing in 1962 and 1990Eleven of Czechias 22 goals in the qualifiers came from set plays, including a European-high seven from cornersMiroslav Koubek started as Czechia head coach in December 2025, after they finished second in their qualifying group behind Croatia; both of their play-off ties against Republic of Ireland and Denmark ended 2-2 after 120 minutes, winning both on penaltiesMexico are hosting the World Cup for a record third time, having previously staged the tournament in 1970 and 1986They hold the record for the most World Cup matches played without winning the title, having contested 60 games without lifting the trophyThe 2026 tournament will be Mexicos 18th World Cup and ninth consecutive appearance their best performances were in 1970 and 1986 (quarter-finals)Only Panamas Ismael Diaz (6) scored more goals at the 2025 Gold Cup than Mexico centre-back Cesar Montes (3), all of which were from corners, while recording the second-most interceptions (10) and second-best aerial duel win rate (75% 12/16 from a minimum of 15)Javier Aguirre is leading Mexico at a World Cup for the third time, after 2002 and 2010, which both ended in round of 16 exits. Among head coaches at the 2026 tournament, only Frances Didier Deschamps will have managed at more editions for the same national team Topics Czech Republic National Football Team Mexico National Football Team Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read World Cup 2026: Full list of confirmed teams, fixtures, groups and results Ben Miller 24th June, 2026 Mexico seize on Kim error to become first team through to World Cup knockout stages Jon Fisher 19th June, 2026 LIVE Mexico v South Korea: Commentary, updates, goals and stats Jon Fisher 19th June, 2026 World Cup 2026: Mexico v South Korea confirmed teams and full line ups, TV channel, live online stream and stats Tom Rostance 19th June, 2026 Czechia 1-1 South Africa: Late penalty earns South Africa draw in tight game Tom Rostance 18th June, 2026 LIVE Czechia v South Africa: Commentary, updates, goals and stats as Koubek makes five changes Jon Fisher 18th June, 2026
