Mexico defeats South Korea 1-0 to advance in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:02 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Mexico earned a 1-0 victory over South Korea at Guadalajara Stadium on June 19, advancing to the knockout stage of the World Cup as the Group A winner. The game's only goal came in the 50th minute after South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu mishandled a cross, allowing Luis Romo to score. Despite South Korea controlling 58% of possession and creating pressure throughout, Mexico's defense and goalkeeper Raúl Rangel's performance secured the win. Mexico will face Czechia next at Azteca Stadium, while South Korea seeks advancement against South Africa in their final group match.
- •Luis Romo scored the winning goal for Mexico in the 50th minute.
- •Raúl Rangel delivered a strong performance, including a late save.
- •Mexico finished the match with a 1-0 win and will face Czechia next.
- •South Korea had 58% possession but only two shots on target.
- •If South Korea wins their next match against South Africa, they advance.
- 5:02 AMYahoo Sports — Goalkeeper Raúl Rangel's elite play and South Korea's mistake help Mexico advance
"Mexico exploited a mistake by South Korea goalkeeper Goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and then played formidable defense to earn a 1-0 win at Guadalajara Stadium Thursday.
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