Both nations aim to seize total command of Group A after securing impressive opening-day victories.
Mexico arrive in Guadalajara sitting top of the table on three points following a commanding 2-0 victory over South Africa. Javier Aguirre’s side have found their rhythm at the perfect time, winning four of their last five matches, including a 5-1 thrashing of Serbia just before the tournament. With 45 points still to play for in the wider cycle, El Tri are currently in control of their destiny.
South Korea occupy second place, also on three points, after executing a brilliant 2-1 comeback victory over Czechia. Myung-Bo Hong’s side showed immense character to recover from a deficit in their opener, and they are now chasing a piece of history: winning their opening two matches at a World Cup for the first time ever.
Per-game averages at this tournament — updates as the games are played.
Both teams across every game at this tournament.
Every tournament game combined — Mexico 5 games, South Korea 3 games.
Twelve groups into a 32-team knockout · 72 of 72 group games played · fills in as every result lands.