Czech Republic and South Africa are looking to bounce back from defeats in their opening World Cup games when they meet in Atlanta on Thursday.
Czechia took the lead against South Korea in their first match in Group A thanks to Wolves loanee Ladislav Krejčí’s header before conceding twice to leave empty handed.
Bafana Bafana, meanwhile, were fortunate to only concede twice to co-hosts Mexico and finished the tournament opener with nine men on the pitch after Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane saw red.
South Africa boss Hugo Broos will, therefore, be forced into changes for a match that could prove fatal to his side’s hopes of progressing to the last-32 stage.
A defeat would leave either nation facing an uphill task to even finish as one of the best third-placed teams.
Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Czech Republic v South Africa on TV and online.
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When is Czech Republic v South Africa?
Czech Republic v South Africa will take place on Thursday 18 June 2026.
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Czech Republic v South Africa kick-off time
Czech Republic v South Africa will kick off at 5pm UK time.
The Group A match is set to be played at the Atlanta Stadium in Georgia, United States.
What TV channel is Czech Republic v South Africa on?
You can watch the game live on BBC One.
All 104 World Cup 2026 matches are on free-to-air TV for UK viewers, split between ITV and BBC.
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How to live stream Czech Republic v South Africa online
UK viewers can stream the game live online via BBC iPlayer.
The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app.
Is Czech Republic v South Africa on radio?
You can listen to the match on BBC Radio 5 Live or talkSPORT 2.
BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.
talkSPORT 2 is available on DAB radio and like the BBC, you can tune in via most TV packages. You can also listen to talkSPORT 2 online via the website or app.
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Czech Republic v South Africa odds
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