World Cup 2026: Everything you missed overnight and what's coming up on Friday

The getting-to-know-you phase is over, and we're into the second round of group games. 
DOWN MEXICO WAY: Fans of Mexico and Korea Republic enjoy the atmosphere before their game in Guadalajara. Pic: David Ramos/Getty Images

DOWN MEXICO WAY: Fans of Mexico and Korea Republic enjoy the atmosphere before their game in Guadalajara. Pic: David Ramos/Getty Images

Is there a German word for the weird feeling that you should be somewhere else? 

Yesterday evening Irish football fans, once again, experienced that uncanny sense as we watched Czechia -- our shootout victors in Prague last March -- take centre stage once more. 

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

185 years of the Irish Examiner

185th
Anniversary Offer

Six months of digital access for €18.50

No obligation. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited