Mexico vs South Korea: TV channel, kick-off time and how to watch the World Cup 2026 match
Mexico and South Korea will face each other in a crucial match of the World Cup 2026, with both teams needing to win to make it to the knockout stages.
Mexico and South Korea will clash in Group A in Guadalajara on Friday morning to ensure their places in the knockout stages of the World Cup 2026. Co-hosts Mexico defeated South Africa 2–0 in their first match, while South Korea defeated the Czech Republic 2–1. From this it is clear that the victory of any team in this match will take them to Round 32. El Tri are expected to score again from experienced forward Raul Jimenez, who scored an emotional goal in the first match, while young star Gilberto Mora could again play from the bench. South Korea, on the other hand, may need more contributions from their leader Son Hyang-min, who did not perform well in the first match. Here's everything to know about thisWorld Cup 2026match:
When is Mexico vs South Korea?
Mexico will face South Korea on June 19 at 2am BST (7am CST) in Guadalajara.
##How can I view it?
Viewers in the UK can watch the match free-to-air on BBC2, with coverage starting at 1:50am BST. It can also be streamed live on BBC iPlayer.
##Team News
Mexico will be without teammate Cesar Montes, who received a red card in the match against South Africa, so former West Ham player Edson Alvarez could start as centre-back. Julian Quiñones, who scored the first goal of the tournament, suffered an injury during the match at Azteca and is in doubt, while Alexis Vega is set to play in his place. South Korea's main concern is the fitness of Stoke City's Bae Jwan-ho, who has an ankle problem, while defender Kim Tae-hyeon could remain on the bench as he recovers from another ankle injury.
##Predicted Line-up
Mexico: Rangel; Reyes, Alvarez, Vasquez, Gallardo; lyra; Alvarado, Gutiérrez, Fidalgo, Quiñones; Jimenez.
South Korea: S.Kim; H Lee, M Kim, G Lee; Seol, Hwang, Paik, T Lee; K Lee, J Lee; Son.
Latest Odds
Mexico - 10/11
Draw - 7/4
South Korea - 13/5
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