Key facts
- Mexico defeated South Korea 1-0 in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A match.
- Luis Romo scored the decisive goal for Mexico in the 50th minute.
- The loss is South Korea's first in the group stage, leaving them with three points.
- Mexico secured six points and won Group A with the victory.
- South Korea will play South Africa in their final group stage match.
Mexico secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A match, marking South Korea's first loss in the tournament. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal in the 50th minute, giving Mexico six points and the top spot in the group. South Korea remains in second place with three points.
Thousands of fans had gathered in Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square to watch the match, a tradition for South Korean football supporters. Captain Son Heung-min was also competing to set a new scoring record. The match was largely cautious in the first half, with both teams creating limited chances.
Mexico broke the deadlock shortly after halftime due to a defensive miscue by South Korea. Despite substitutions aimed at bolstering the offense, South Korea could not find an equalizer. Goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu made several key saves to keep South Korea in the game, but offensive pushes in the latter stages were thwarted by the Mexican defense and goalkeeper Raul Rangel.