Match preview

Mexico meet South Korea in a group stage Group A tie at Estadio Akron in Zapopan. Mexico are perennial World Cup participants and co-hosts in 2026, having appeared at every tournament since 1994. They have reached the round of 16 seven consecutive times but never advanced beyond the quarter-finals. As hosts they will aim to finally break their last-16 ceiling.

South Korea arrive with their own ambitions. South Korea are one of Asia's most consistent qualifiers, appearing at every World Cup since 1986. Captain Son Heung-min leads a talented generation that reached the last 16 in 2022. Their best result remains a fourth-place finish as co-hosts in 2002.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mexico vs South Korea?

Mexico face South Korea on Fri Jun 19 · 1:00 AM GMT at Estadio Akron, Zapopan.

Where is the match being played?

Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Mexico (capacity 48,071).

What competition is this match part of?

It is a Group Stage (Group A) fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

What was the result?

Mexico 1 – 0 South Korea.