World Cup: Mexico perfect in Group A as Bafana shock South Korea to second spot

Mexico concluded their flawless preliminary campaign at the top of the group with nine points, while runner-up South Africa advanced and third-placed South Korea awaits their knockout destiny.

Co-hosts Mexico secured absolute dominance in their group at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, wrapping up the opening stage with a perfect record of nine points.

El Tri booked their direct passage into the Round of 32 in emphatic style, delighting home fans with consecutive victories.

They are joined in the automatic qualification slots by a resilient South Africa squad, who clinched second place.

Meanwhile, South Korea faces a tense, nerve-wracking period of uncertainty after finishing third in the final standings.

The Asian powerhouse must now wait for the remaining global group matches to conclude to determine if they progress as one of the best third-placed teams.

Conversely, a disappointed Czechia squad has been officially eliminated from the tournament following a tough campaign.