After winning the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against South Africa, Mexico are back and will meet South Korea on Thursday in Guadalajara. Both sides have won their opening games, as the national team guided by Hong Myung-bo won 2-1 against Czechia with more challenges and will face each other for a key game that can potentially determine a spot in the round of 32 of the tournament.
Mexican striker Raul Jimenez continues to improve his legacy with the Mexican national team, scoring 46 career goals to sit tied for second on Mexico's all-time scoring list. Meanwhile, Julian Quinones made history by scoring the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first player from a CONCACAF nation to net a tournament opener while also arriving as the Saudi Pro League's leading scorer with 33 goals this season. Here's what you need to know:
How to watch Mexico vs. South Korea
Date: Thursday, June 18 | Time: 9 p.m. ET Location: Estadio Guadalajara -- Guadalajara, Mexico TV: FOX (Eng), Telemundo (Spa) | Live stream: Fubo (Try for free) Odds: Mexico -100; Draw +226; South Korea +295
Mexico vs. South Korea predicted starting lineups
Mexico: Raul Rangel; Jorge Sanchez, Johan Vasquez, Edson Alvarez, Jesus Gallardo; Alvaro Fidalgo, Erik Lira, Gilberto Mora; Raul Jimenez, Julian Quinones, Roberto Alvarado.
South Korea: Kim Seung-gyu; Lee Gi-Hyuk, Kim Min-Jae, Lee Han-Beom; Lee Tae-Seok, Paik Seung-Ho, Hwang In-beom, Seol Young-Woo; Lee Kang-in, Jae-Sung Lee; Son Heung-Min.
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Mexico vs. South Korea pick, prediction
Mexico had a convincing first match against South Africa and are expected to replicate the success against South Korea, but it won't be as easy as in their debut game. Pick: Mexico 2, South Korea 2.
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