× Language:

This world cup

FIFA WC 2026: Co-hosts Mexico beat Korea 1-0, become first team to qualify for knockouts

Image Source: IANS

Advertisement

Mexico Become First Team to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 After Beating South Korea

By IANS News June 19, 2026 • 15:38 PM View: 235

Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to reach the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 win over South Korea here at Guadalajara Stadium on Friday (IST).

Luis Romo's goal just after half-time put Mexico through as Group A winners with a match to go following a goalkeeping mistake by Kim Seung-gyu. Mexico stopper Raul Rangel made a superb double save in the dying minutes to preserve their lead.

TAGS Mexico Vs South Korea FIFA World Cup 2026 Luis Romo Mexico Football Team South Korea Football Team Javier Aguirre World Cup Round 32

Advertisement

Related Cricket News on This world cup

FIFA WC 2026: Scotland More Comfortable As Underdog Against Morocco, Says Coach Clarke

FIFA WC: Scotland head coach Steve Clarke believes his side may perform better as an underdog when it takes on Morocco in its second World Cup group match on Saturday ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
Scots Can Make Any Game Difficult: Robertson Rallies Squad For Morocco Clash With Knockout Spot At Stake

FIFA World Cup: Scotland captain Andy Robertson declared that players and coaching staff have not "shied away" from what is at stake as the nation is aiming to qualify for ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
FIFA WC 2026: David Bags Hat-trick As Canada Thrash Qatar 6-0 In Group B

BC Place Vancouver: Jonathan David notched a hat-trick while Cyle Larin and Nathan Saliba added goals as co-hosts Canada thrash nine-man Qatar 6-0 at BC Place Vancouver here on Friday ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
FIFA WC 2026: Manzambi Double Sends The Swiss Past Bosnia And Herzegovina In Group B Contest

Midfielder Johan Manzambi: Midfielder Johan Manzambi scored twice in the second half to help Switzerland move to the top of Group B after Johan Manzambi bagged a brace in the ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
South Africa Fight Back to Hold Czechia 1-1, Earn First Point at FIFA World Cup 2026

Teboho Mokoena’s late penalty helped South Africa secure a 1-1 draw against Czechia in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A clash at Atlanta Stadium. ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
Liverpool Set To Sign Spain Winger Munoz From Osasuna

FIFA World Cup: English club Liverpool are set to complete the signing of Spain international Victor Munoz from Osasuna after activating the winger's 40-million-euro release clause, according to multiple reports. ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
2026 FIFA WC: Ivory Coast’s Wahi Denied Entry To Canada For Clash Against Germany

The Ivorian Football Federation: Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi has been denied entry to Canada and will miss his country's FIFA World Cup group-stage match against Germany in Toronto on ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
FIFA WC 2026: Mexico, South Korea Set For High-stakes Battle In Group A

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 ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
2026 FIFA WC: 'We Could Have Built A Bigger Advantage'. Colombia's Lorenzo Rues Missed Chances Despite 3-1 Win

FIFA World Cup: Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo admitted his side fell short of their best level despite securing a convincing 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their opening Group K ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
'We Have A Lot Of Hope For The World Cup:’ Manpreet Confident Of India's Medal Chances

FIH Hockey Pro League: Former India captain and the country’s most-capped hockey player Manpreet Singh has expressed confidence in the national team’s prospects at the upcoming Hockey World Cup, saying ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
Boxing World Cup: Minakshi Advances To Quarters In China

Boxing World Cup: Indian boxer Minakshi secured a win on the fourth day of the Boxing World Cup (Stage 2) in China, moving on to the quarterfinals in her weight ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
FIFA WC: When And Where To Watch Mexico Vs South Korea; Know All Details

FIFA World Cup: Mexico and South Korea meet in a crucial Group A showdown at Estadio Akron, with top spot potentially on the line after both teams opened their FIFA ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
FIFA WC: When And Where To Watch Canada Vs Qatar; Know All Details

FIFA World Cup: Canada and Qatar meet at BC Place in Vancouver, with both teams chasing a landmark first-ever FIFA World Cup victory. After opening their Group B campaigns with ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
FIFA WC: When And Where To Watch Switzerland Vs Bosnia And Herzegovina; Know All Details

FIFA World Cup: Switzerland and Bosnia & Herzegovina head into their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B clash at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, searching for their first victory after opening ...

By IANS News

1 month ago