Mexico became the first team to move past the group stage with a 1–0 win over South Korea in Guadalajara on June 18.
Luis Romo scored the winning goal for Mexico, as the team secured the Group A title with a second victory of the tournament.
Mexico Becomes First Team to Advance in World Cup
Mexico edged South Korea to become the first team to advance out of the group stage in the World Cup.
Mexico's Luis Romo (3rd L) celebrates with his teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Korea in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico, on June 18, 2026. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Photo
