Co-hosts Mexico are gearing up for the second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage as they take on South Korea today at the Estadio Akron in Mexico.
Both teams are coming off strong wins in their Group A openers. Mexico kicked off their World Cup campaign with a solid 2-0 victory over South Africa, while South Korea secured a hard-fought 2-1 win against the Czech Republic.
Mexico Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Jose Rangel
Defenders: Israel Reyes, Edson Alvarez, Jesus Gallardo, Johan Vasquez
Midfielders: Roberto Alvarado, Alvaro Fernandez, Julian Quinones, Gilberto Mora, Erik Lira
Forward: Raul Jimenez
South Korea Predicted XI:
Goalkeeper: Kim Seung-gyu
Defenders: Lee Han-beom, Kim Min-jae, Lee Ki-hyuk
Midfielders: Lee Tae-seok, Paik Seung-ho, Hwang In-beom, Seol Young-woo
Forwards: Son Heung-min, Lee Jae-sung, Lee Kang-in
