Mexico secures Group A win and awaits Round of 32 opponent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:17 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Mexico has qualified for the knockout stages of the World Cup after a 1-0 victory against South Korea. This win marks them as the Group A winner, setting up their next match in Mexico City at Estadio Azteca. Current simulations suggest Scotland is the most likely opponent for Mexico in the Round of 32, followed by Ecuador and Cape Verde. Scotland could alter their matchup depending on their performance against Morocco or Brazil.
- •Mexico won Group A with a 1-0 win over South Korea.
- •Their knockout match will take place at Estadio Azteca.
- •Scotland is the predicted opponent at 27.5% likelihood.
- •Ecuador follows at 21.7%, and Cape Verde at 10%.
- •Scotland's situation could change depending on their upcoming match results.
- 5:17 AMYahoo Sports — Who is Mexico most likely to play in the Round of 32 at the World Cup?
"Mexico have won Group A at the World Cup. Here are their most likely opponents in the next round of the tournament.
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