General view inside the stadium before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Mexico and Korea Republic Hector Vivas - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission.
Week two of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway with a big matchup tonight, as Mexico takes on South Korea live from Estadio Akron (also known as Guadalajara Stadium) in Guadalajara, Mexico.
At a Glance: How to Watch Mexico vs. South Korea
- Date: Thursday, July 18
- Time: 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET
- TV channel: Fox, FS1, Telemundo
- Livestream online: Fox One, DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV
The Group A matchup features two teams with fervent fan followings, both here in Southern California and abroad, and the game is expected to draw big ratings for broadcaster Fox.
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How to Watch Mexico vs. South Korea Soccer Game on TV
Tonight’s Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup game will be broadcast on Fox, so you can watch the soccer match on TV with any cable package that includes a local Fox affiliate. Viewers can also watch Spanish-language coverage of the game on Telemundo.
How to Stream Mexico vs. South Korea Soccer Game Online Free
There are also ways to watch tonight’s soccer match online without cable, including a couple of ways to stream Mexico vs. South Korea online free.
OFFICIAL STREAM Fox One
GET FREE TRIALFox One is the official World Cup streamer for the 2026 tournament and every match streams live on the Fox One app in English. A subscription to Fox One starts at $19.99/month but new users can get a free trial to Fox One here and use it to livestream the Mexico-South Korea match online for free.
TOP PICK DirecTV
GET FREE TRIALYou can also stream World Cup soccer live on DirecTV, which offers a live Fox feed as part of its “MyNews Genre Pack,” which currently starts at $34.99/month. The package gets viewers access to 10+ live TV channels over the internet (including Fox), allowing you to watch the World Cup online without cable. Even better: DirecTV offers a five-day free trial that you can use to watch the FIFA World Cup online for free.
Getty Images EDITOR’S CHOICE Fubo
GET FREE TRIALOne of the best streaming services for sports is Fubo, which has 200+ channels (including Fox) on its Pro package, discounted to just $48.99/month right now (regularly $73.99). Fubo’s package also includes access to FS1 for even more games, plus ESPN for post-match highlights and analysis. Stream tonight’s Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup game for free by signing up for Fubo’s free trial offer here with no commitment. Fubo’s free trial includes free DVR so you can record the Mexico-Korea match to watch back a replay on-demand later. Fubo also includes Telemundo in its channel lineup for a free Spanish-language feed.
BEST VALUE Hulu + Live TV
GET FREE TRIALYou can also find a live feed of tonight’s Mexico vs. South Korea game on Hulu + Live TV, which gets you 90+ live television channels plus access to Hulu’s on-demand library of shows and movies. Hulu’s live TV lineup includes FOX, FS1, Telemundo, ESPN and ESPN Unlimited for extensive coverage of tonight’s World Cup match and beyond. Plans start at $89.99/month after a three-day free trial here.
All of the above streaming services let you watch the Mexico vs. South Korea game on your TV, computer, tablet or phone.
Mexico vs. South Korea Odds, Favorites
The 14th-ranked Mexican team is expected to face a tough fight from the 25th-ranked South Koreans. Mexico is led by star captain Edson Álvarez, striker Raul Jimenez and veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, while the Koreans are led by captain and forward Son Heung-min, whose recent move from the Premier League to LAFC drew big ratings for Major League Soccer.
Oddsmakers have Mexico as the slight favorite for tonight’s match, though you shouldn’t count out the possibility of a draw. See the latest odds and wagers online at BetMGM here.
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Mexico won their opening World Cup match against South Africa, while South Korea defeated Czechia. Either team could advance and win the group with a victory tonight.
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