The South Korea national football team, led by head coach Hong Myung-bo, lost 0-1 to Mexico in their second Group A match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team maintained their second place in the group with one win and one loss. If they finish second in the group stage, they will face the second-place team from Group B in the Round of 32. South Korea has a head-to-head record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses against Mexico. Notably, they have lost all three previous encounters on the World Cup stage, including the 1998 tournament in France and the 2018 tournament in Russia. The South Korean national team will travel to Monterrey, Mexico, to play their final group stage match against South Africa at 10:00 AM on the 25th. The team is looking to bounce back from their loss and secure a spot in the next round. With their sights set on the Round of 32, the players are focused on getting a positive result against South Africa. The match is expected to be a tough one, but the team is confident in their abilities. The South Korean national team has been working hard to prepare for the tournament, and they are ready to give it their all. The fans are eagerly awaiting the match, and the atmosphere is expected to be electric.