Mexico vs South Korea, winner secures round of 36 berth
Update: both teams have three points, and the winner in Guadalajara is assured an early advance.
Mexico and South Korea will battle for control of Group A at the 2026 World Cup when they meet in their second match in Guadalajara on Friday at 08.00 WIB. Both teams arrive with opening wins: Mexico beat South Africa 2-0, while South Korea defeated Czechia 2-1. With each side on three points, the winner of this match is guaranteed a place in the round of 36 and will also strengthen its chances of finishing first in the group. Mexico will have home support, but must reshuffle its back line after Cesar Montes was suspended. On the South Korea side, Hong Myung-bo's team arrives confident after turning its first match around, with Son Heung-min still a key figure in attack.