Mexico Vs South Korea Live Score Fifa World Cup 2026 Group A Match Mex Vs Kor Latest Updates Result Guadalajara

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Kim Seung-Gyu comes up with a terrific save in the 20th minute of the game. He was equal to the task as a header from the box from Julian Quinones came into his direction. He deftly pushed away the danger. First real chance of the game.

Having won their respective campaign openers, Mexico and South Korea will look to qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockouts when they meet on Thursday. Mexico are on top of the table after their 2-0 win vs South Africa. Meanwhile, South Korea are second, with a lower goal difference, after their 2-1 win over Czechia. Both Czechia and South Africa played out a 1-1 draw on Thursday, which makes it easier for Mexico and South Korea to finish in first and second positions. The new format will see eight of the best-ranked third-placed teams qualify for the knockouts, meaning a win will be enough for them. For the co-hosts, facing South Korea will be a tougher test. The build-up to the game also saw controversy after a mystery drone was spotted over South Korea's training ground on Tuesday. The South Korean coach called it unfortunate. Speaking to Reuters, Hong Myung-bo said, "It did not impact us significantly, but while we were preparing for the match, that was the most important timing, so what happened was unfortunate," he said.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Some of the edge has been taken off by the hydration break as it has often done before in other matches. Fans, players, former players, they don't like this break. But for now, nothing can be done about it. 0-0 after 39 minutes.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: One real chance so far! And Mexico failed to make the most of it. That header from Julian Quinones was nicely stopped by the Korean goalkeeper. But kudos to the South Koreans for being equal to the task. They have not been intimidated into submission so far by the Guadalajara spectators.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Great save in the 20th minute. First shot on target of this game. The ball was nicely headed in in the box but Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung-Gyu did a fantastic job, diving to his right and holding onto the ball. First time, the co-hosts really threatened.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Yellow card for Kang-In four minutes into the game. Aggressive play already from the Koreans. But no real control for either team. But then the match has just started. Wait some more time. Let these two teams truly warm up.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: 3-4-3 for South Korea. Different strategies. South Korea are in blue and Mexico in black. The Asians look determined to get something from this game. They are not favourites but they have the wherewithal to upset the co-hosts.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Mexico had beaten South Africa 2-0 on the opening day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A win today for either team will guarantee them a place in the next round. A very important match by all means.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: After conceding first against Czech Republic, they came back and won 2-1 through goals from In-Beom Hwang and substitute Hyeon-Gyu Oh. They should get into this contest with a lot of confidence. However, against hostile supports supporting the co-hosts, it won't be easy at all. SK are facing their first real test.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: They can. However, on paper, co-hosts Mexico are much stronger. Stay tuned, another gripping encounter is coming your way.

Mexico vs South Korea LIVE, FIFA World Cup: Both Mexico and South Korea won their openers and are now in a strong position to qualify for the knockouts. A win will be enough to book a berth in the Round of 32!