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Mexico sets date for Round of 32 match in World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:39 AM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Mexico sets date for Round of 32 match in World Cup

Summary

Mexico qualified for the Round of 32 in the World Cup, marking a significant achievement in their campaign. The team's elimination match is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, at 7 p.m. Mexico will face one of the third-place teams from Groups C, E, F, H, or I. Possible opponents include Scotland, Ecuador, Sweden, Cape Verde, or Senegal, pending the outcomes of the remaining group stage matches.

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•Mexico is the first team to qualify for the Round of 32.
•The match is set for June 30 at 7 p.m.
•Mexico awaits one of five possible third-place opponents.
•Groups C, E, F, H, and I could provide challengers.

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4:39 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Mexico now know the date and kick-off time for the round of 32

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Mexico became the first team to qualify for the Round of 32 of the World Cup and already has a date and time set for its direct elimination match. According to FIFA’s website, Javier Aguirre’s s...
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