Mexico secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Korea in front of a passionate home crowd at Guadalajara Stadium. The win makes Mexico the first nation to officially qualify for the Round of 32, while also confirming their position as Group A winners with one match still to play. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal shortly after halftime following a costly mistake by South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seunggyu. Mexico goalkeeper Raul Rangel