Canada and Mexico secure key victories in World Cup group stage matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:32 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
On June 19, Canada dominated Qatar with a 6-0 victory in the World Cup group stage, elevating their chances of qualifying for the knockout rounds. Mexico also secured advancement by defeating South Korea 1-0, becoming the first team to mathematically qualify for the next stage. The tournament continues with ongoing matches and has seen a total of 89 goals scored across 28 games, an average of 3.17 goals per game, the highest since 1958. Upcoming matches include the USA facing Australia and Scotland taking on Morocco later today.
- •Canada beats Qatar 6-0, securing four points after two matches.
- •Mexico qualifies for knockout stages with a win over South Korea.
- •The group stage has seen 89 goals scored in 28 matches played.
- •Upcoming matches include USA vs. Australia and Scotland vs. Morocco.
- •Tournament averages 3.17 goals per game, the highest since 1958.
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