Co-hosts Mexico kept their perfect start going, edging South Korea 1-0 to become the first team to book a place in the Round of 32. After their wild opener against South Africa, El Tri were more controlled here — and the result was decisive.
The win confirmed top spot in Group A and the kind of momentum a home nation craves. The Azteca and a passionate Mexican support now dare to dream of a deep run on home soil.
For the wider regional picture, read our Mexico v USA rivalry feature — and track the bracket on our match tracker.