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World Cup 2026: Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage after beating South Korea

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Mexico has become the first nation to advance to the knockout stage of the twenty twenty-six World Cup. The co-hosts defeated South Korea one-nil on Thursday at Guadalajara Stadium, with midfielder Luis Romo scoring in the second half off a goalkeeper error. It was Mexico's second consecutive victory and clinches Group A with one match remaining. According to France 24.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/sport/20260619-world-cup-2026...

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