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World Cup 2026: Mexico and Czech Republic Play Goalless First Half

The opening half between Mexico and the Czech Republic in th

World Cup 2026: Mexico and Czech Republic Play Goalless First Half
Rahaf Al-Khuli
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Ekhbary News Agency | 2026-05-12

The first half of the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Mexico and the Czech Republic concluded in a goalless draw at the iconic Azteca Stadium. This encounter forms part of the third and final matchday of Group A in the tournament, jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and South Korea.

Team Lineups Revealed

Mexico's coaching staff unveiled their starting eleven, featuring Sanchez, Reyes, Montes, and Chavez in defense, with Roberto Alvarado, Martinez, and Julián Quiñones leading the attack. For what it's worth, the Mexican side appeared to prioritize defensive solidity. Meanwhile, Miroslav Koubek, head coach for the Czech Republic, announced his team's official lineup, deploying Koval, Sanelik, Cerv, and Nodira in midfield. Neither side managed to break the deadlock before the whistle, setting the stage for a decisive second half.

Keywords: # World Cup 2026 # Mexico # Czech Republic # football # goalless draw # Azteca # soccer