(World Cup) S. Korea in good position to reach knockouts despite loss to Mexico (opens original article in a new tab)

South Korea is in a position to reach the knockout phase of the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite a 1-0 loss to Mexico, with several possible scenarios remaining.

• South Korea lost 1-0 to Mexico in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
• South Korea remains in second place with three points, with multiple pathways to reach the knockout phase
• South Korea could still qualify as a third-place team depending on other match outcomes