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Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Sanjesh Singh , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The team defeated South Korea with a score of 1-0.
Mexico has secured a spot in the knockout stage of the World Cup. The team defeated South Korea with a score of 1-0. This win allows Mexico to play its final group game without pressure, having already taken the top spot in Group A.
The match against South Korea was played in Guadalajara. Details of the game are available from NBC Los Angeles , including the team's strategy and performance. Further information about the World Cup and Mexico's progress can be found through local news sources, including NBC Los Angeles.
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Category: local Published: June 18, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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