Mexico and South Korea match, highlights of the 2026 World Cup: Mexico defeats South Korea 1-0, and occupies first place in Group A
Mexican players warm up before a World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Korea in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico, Thursday, June 18, 2026. | Image source: AP
toUwais Romo punished a blunder in the 50th minute by goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu, and Mexico’s historic dominance over South Korea in the World Cup continued with a 1-0 win in Zapopan, Mexico, on Thursday (June 18, 2026) to win Group A.
Raul Rangel made a stunning save from two late goals to keep Mexico’s second clean sheet and secure top spot in the group, ensuring Mexico will play a round of 32 match and a potential round of 16 match in Mexico City.
Both Mexican champions (2-0-0, 6 points) were shining on the field where their club plays for CD Guadalajara. Their actions led to El Tri winning their third World Cup in as many matches against South Korea.
Mexico: Raul Rangel, Jorge Sanchez, Edson Alvarez, Johan Vazquez, Jesus Gallardo, Luis Romo, Eric Lira, Brian Gutierrez, Roberto Alvarado, Raul Jimenez, Julian Quiñones.
South Korea: Kim Seung-gyu, Lee Han-beom, Kim Min-jae, Kim Moon-hwan, Lee Gi-hyuk, Seol Young-woo, Hwang In-beom, Lee Jae-sung, Lee Kang-in, Paik Seung-ho, Son Heung-min.
