South Korea HubSouth Korea's Oh Hyeon-gyu scores a dramatic comeback goal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while his parents close their restaurant for three weeks to cheer him on in Mexico, bringing the team its first victory. Oh Hyeon-gyu's parents closed their restaurant for three weeks to support their son in Mexico.
What happened?
Oh Hyeon-gyu's goal brought South Korea its first win. His team defeated the Czech Republic 2-1.
Why it matters
Oh Hyeon-gyu's parents closed their restaurant to support their son's World Cup debut. They took a three-week break to cheer him on in Mexico.
What comes next?
Oh Hyeon-gyu's goal brought South Korea its first win. Can his team show a stronger performance in the next match?
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| June 12 | Czech Republic | 2-1 win |
Oh Hyeon-gyu's parents closed their restaurant to support their son's World Cup debut. They took a three-week break to cheer him on in Mexico. Oh Hyeon-gyu previously said in an interview that the loach soup from his parents' restaurant made him strong.
