Guadalajara, Mexico, June 19 (QNA) - Mexico became the first team to qualify for the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defeating South Korea 1-0 in their second Group A match.
Luis Romo's 50th-minute goal seals the win for Mexico, capitalizing on a mistake by South Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and defender Kim Min-jae. The goal secured three valuable points for Mexico, guaranteeing their early qualification for the next round and topping the group with six points.
Mexico raised its tally to six points at the top of Group A, three points ahead of South Korea, while the Czech Republic and South Africa each have one point after their draw in the second round, thus securing the first qualifying ticket to the round of 32 of the tournament for the home team. (QNA)