South Korea national football team loses to Mexico 0-1, fails to overcome 2nd match jinx

South Korea national football team loses to Mexico 0-1

The South Korea national football team lost to Mexico 0-1 in the 2nd match of the 2026 North and Central America World Cup Group A. Hong Myung-bo's team remains in 2nd place in the group with a record of 1 win and 1 loss.

Match summary

South Korea played well against Mexico, which had the support of the home fans, but lost due to a critical mistake in the defense. South Korea's record in the 2nd match of the World Cup is 4 draws and 8 losses.

Mexico's victory

Mexico's victory confirmed their 1st place in the group, regardless of the result of the 3rd match against the Czech Republic, and they advanced to the round of 32. Mexico's Luis Romo scored the winning goal in the 5th minute of the second half with a right-footed shot.

South Korea's next match

South Korea must win their next match to confirm their advancement to the round of 32. Hong Myung-bo's team must win against the Czech Republic.