Mexico secures Group A spot, eyes Round of 32 opponent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:37 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Mexico has advanced to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after winning Group A. They achieved this by defeating South Africa 2-0 and Korea 1-0, with Luis Romo scoring the decisive goal against Korea. With their place secured, Mexico is now waiting to learn which third-place team from Groups C, E, F, H, or I they will face on June 30 at Estadio Azteca.
- •Mexico leads Group A and advances to Round of 32.
- •Victory over South Africa came with a score of 2-0.
- •Luis Romo's goal secured the 1-0 win against Korea.
- •Mexico will face a third-place team on June 30.
- •Next opponent will be from Groups C, E, F, H, or I.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — Which nation will Mexico face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32?
"Mexico has secured Group A and will advance to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here are the possible opponents they might face next.
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