With home advantage and fervent support, Mexico seems to be the favourite for the top-of-the-group clash against South Korea. CNA's Matthew Mohan is in Guadalajara ahead of the match.
With home advantage and fervent support, Mexico seems to be the favourite for the top-of-the-group clash against South Korea. CNA's Matthew Mohan is in Guadalajara ahead of the match.
South Korea's Hwang In-beom celebrates scoring their first goal with Son Heung-min and Lee Gi-hyeok in the World Cup match against the Czech Republic, Jun 11, 2026. (Photo: Reuters/Amanda Perobelli)
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18 Jun 2026 06:00AM
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