Every world cup

FIFA World Cup: Mexico and South Korea may not command the same global attention as some of the FIFA World Cup's marquee fixtures this week, but their Group A encounter has all the ingredients to emerge as one of the most intriguing matches of the tournament.

With football fans focused on heavyweight nations such as Argentina, Portugal, England, and Brazil, the clash between Mexico and South Korea could quietly prove to be one of the defining contests of the group stage.

Both teams began their campaigns with victories, and another three points would place the winner in a commanding position to secure qualification for the knockout rounds. The result could also have a major bearing on who finishes top of Group A, adding extra significance to the fixture.