Mexico first to the knockout stage after 1–0 win over South Korea

Mexico 1–0 South Korea, through to the knockout stage

Your team is the first nation to qualify for the knockout round of the 2026 World Cup. Mexico beat South Korea 1–0 on Thursday night in Guadalajara, and with Switzerland's win over Bosnia later, the math locked in (2) (3) (4). Two games, two wins, and the knockout stage is yours.

Javier Aguirre roasted Lee Kang-in's hair after the final whistle

Aguirre managed Lee Kang-in at Mallorca, and the Mexico boss could not help himself after the match. "I told him, if he came near me, I'd kick him," Aguirre said. Then he went for the hair. "It's horrible. He dyed some awful highlights. Just like Gallardo, his hair is horrible too. They were both right there, they could have taken a photo" (4).

Obed Vargas gave Atlético Madrid more reasons to believe

Vargas put in a performance against South Korea that had Atlético Madrid watching closely. The young midfielder already had the club's confidence, and Thursday night reaffirmed it. He looked ready for the stage (5).

Next up: the group finale

Mexico's final group stage opponent is still to be confirmed, but the job is nearly done. You go into the last match with qualification secured and momentum on your side (1).