Group stage · Group A · #28
Mexico v South Korea
Estadio Akron, Guadalajara
The goals, minute by minute
- 50'Luis RomoGoal · 1-0
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
Mexico (host) vs South Korea · fight for 1st in Group A
Level of the teams
- Mexico: plays at home in Guadalajara, backed by its fans. Favorable World Cup history (3-1 in 1998, 2-1 in 2018).
- South Korea: tactical discipline, fast transitions and physicality, led by Son Heung-min.
Key factors
- Home advantage and crowd pressure push Mexico.
- Korea is very organized and dangerous on the counter with Son.
- A direct match for group top spot: high voltage.
Prediction
Most likely result: 2-1 Mexico (alternative: 1-1)
- Mexico win: 48%
- Draw: 27%
- South Korea win: 25%
Player to watch: Son Heung-min, South Korea's difference-maker.
Final verdict, Confidence: medium
An even game. Home advantage and favorable history make Mexico a slight favorite, but Korea always competes. A narrow Mexican win.