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Mexico and South Korea meet tonight in Guadalajara, each looking to build on opening wins. Here’s what you need to know about the broadcast, streaming, key players and the stakes.
Mexico and South Korea will meet in a pivotal Group A encounter after opening‑round victories, with broadcasting, streaming and betting details outlined.
The Athletic’s interactive World Cup prediction feature brings together writers, a subscriber, an algorithm, a dog and a six‑year‑old, offering daily forecasts across a slate of matches while recapping key moments from recent matchdays.
France's 3‑1 victory over Senegal propels them to the top of the latest standings, with Kylian Mbappe becoming France's all‑time World Cup scorer. Argentina's Lionel Messi scores his first World Cup hat‑trick, and other teams such as Norway, the United States, and Mexico notch impressive wins, while traditional powers Spain and Brazil encounter unexpected draws.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions combine analytical depth with a light‑hearted contest that pits experts, subscribers, a six‑year‑old, a dog and an algorithm against each other, while recapping Matchday 1 highlights and previewing the next round of fixtures.
The tournament's first matches delivered emotional moments and dramatic play, but rising political strains and soaring ticket costs cast a shadow over the global event.
Mexico secured a 2-0 win against South Africa in the tournament's opening game, marking the first win for Mexico in a World Cup opener after seven attempts and introducing a new era of 48 teams.
The expanded 48‑team World Cup opened at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, where Mexico's new midfield and goalkeeping choices faced a South African side anchored by Mamelodi Sundowns talent and Lyle Foster.
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in their World Cup opener, with Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez finding the net while both teams were reduced to nine men.
The tournament's expanded 48‑team format produced its first competitive fixture as Mexico fielded a surprising starting eleven against South Africa, featuring Erik Lira in midfield and Raul Rangel in goal.
A look at the most striking football kits unveiled for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from Mexico’s Aztec pattern to Argentina’s daring champion design.
Wolverhampton Wanderers terminated the contract of Rob Edwards shortly after several senior players publicly backed him, a move that has sparked criticism of the club's leadership and the influence of external agencies.
Amidst a backdrop of protests, traffic jams and political tension, Mexico City's streets are awash with World Cup imagery featuring legends like Hugo Sánchez and Raúl Jiménez, as the tournament's expanded format and controversies dominate discussion.
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, analysts rank the 100 most likely participants, highlighting key figures from Brazil, Portugal, Spain, England and beyond.
Coach Javier Aguirre named the squad that will represent Mexico on home soil for the third time, featuring Guillermo Ochoa's sixth World Cup, 17‑year‑old Gilberto Mora, and a host of Europe‑based regulars.
A wave of high‑profile advertisements featuring Timothée Chalamet, Lionel Messi, Tom Brady and a host of other celebrities underscores the growing intersection of sports, entertainment and marketing ahead of the tournament.
The Athletic reveals its season‑ending honors, recognizing creative brilliance, youthful impact and managerial mastery in football's top leagues.
The United States is set to host the FIFA World Cup again, leveraging a blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talent under new manager Mauricio Pochettino to inspire a generation and elevate the sport’s profile.