Mexico Defeats South Korea 1-0 to Secure Knockout Stage Spot in FIFA World Cup 2026

Kathmandu. In the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match, Mexico has secured a place in the knockout stage by defeating South Korea 1-0.

Co-host nation Mexico has become the first team in the tournament to reach the knockout stage by securing a second consecutive victory. In a match that ended goalless in the first half, Luis Romo's goal in the 50th minute became the decisive one for Mexico's victory.

For South Korea, this defeat has complicated their chances of reaching the knockout stage. They are now under pressure to win their final match against South Africa.

The other two teams in the group, Czech Republic and South Africa, have only 1 point each from 2 matches.

Even if Mexico loses its remaining one match, it is certain to finish within the top two of the group and has already advanced to the next stage. Now, a tough competition will be held in the final match between South Korea, Czech Republic, and South Africa to advance to the next stage as the second team in the group.