84' Cesar Huerta replaces Julian Quinones as Mexico's final change. The local man comes on for his FIFA World Cup debut. Another fine display from Quinones, who was denied a goal in the first half by Kim.

Meanwhile, Kim makes another stunning save, this time to deny substitute Vargas. Gimenez lofts one towards Huerta, who heads it into the path of Vargas, whose right-footed shot towards the bottom-left corner is parried away by Kim.

79' More changes for Mexico! Santi Gimenez replaces Raul Jimenez, while Israel Reyes comes on for Alvarado. Just over 10 minutes of regulation time left in Guadalajara.

74'  Kim redeems himself with a point-blank save, keeping Korea within arm’s length. Quinones floats in a vicious ball for Jimenez, who takes a touch in the air before stretching to get a shot away. However, his attempt is blocked by Kim.

Double change for Korea and Mexico. Yang and Eom replace Kim and Seol. The goal-scorer Romo is coming off for Mexico, alongside Gutierrez. Obed Vargas and Orbelin Pineda replace them.

66' Still no shot on goal from South Korea as we reach the second hydration break. No changes from Javier Aguirre so far, despite Mexico holding a one-goal lead. Korea, on the other hand, have already made a couple.

Son and Lee have been subbed off, with Hwang and Oh replacing them. Meanwhile, Paik Seung-ho has been penalised by the referee and becomes the second Korean player to be booked.

56' Chance for Korea as Son Heung-min is played through after a through ball. However, the former Tottenham man is unable to take a shot on goal as he is eventually outnumbered. Danger averted for Mexico!

50' GOAL! A howler from Kim gifts Mexico the lead! Kim gathers a high ball but spills it after contact with his teammate Lee Gi-hyeok. It falls nicely for Luis Romo, who side-foots the ball into an empty net. Guadalajara erupts in joy!

The second half is underway in Guadlajara! Mexico get us going, attacking from right to left.

It's half-time in Guadalajara! Some boos inside the stadium as fans are starting to get a bit restless. Just one shot on target so far, and it came from Julian Quinones. Mexico dominated possession before Korea took over after the hydration break.

45 3' Four minutes have been added in the first half! Meanwhile, the two Lees almost combine. Lee Kang-in curls one in towards the centre for Lee Jae-sung, but the ball is overhit. This brief spell of possession for Korea is being met by groans and whistles from a restless crowd at Estadio Guadalajara.

45 1' Korea have looked more proactive since the hydration break. Lee Kang-in tries a shot from outside of the box, but it is blocked. 

38' Mexico fans are getting frustrated. South Korea are enjoying a lot of possession in midfield. This game could do with a moment of magic. Chances have come at a premium.

25' We are back underway after the first hydration break! Mexico don't have a great record in Guadalajara. They have won only one of their three previous matches played here-a 2-0 victory against the USA in an October 2024 friendly. The other two matches ended in defeat (1-2 in September 2010) and a draw (1-1 in October 2025), both against Ecuador.

19' Saved! Kim Seung-gyu denies Quinones! Roberto Alvarado cuts inside and swings one in towards the centre. Quinones manages to get his head to it, but it is straight at Kim. First shot of the match.

16' Cleared off the line! It's offside! Lee Han-beom plays a long ball towards Son, who gets in behind the defenders. Rangel charges him down, but the South Korean skipper lofts the ball over his head. However, it is cleared off the line before the linesman raises the flag for offside.

Mexican dictating the play in these early exchanges. Quinones shows great hold-up play, playing one to Gutierrez on the wing, who then lays it off to Jimenez, but the through ball is cut out.

4' An early booking for South Korea as Lee Kang In gets booked for a foul on Romo. 

We are underway! The match promises to be an exciting one with both sides showing good attacking prowess in their opening matches. Expect a high-scoring encounter!

It is time for the national anthems after the two coaches exchanged pleasantries. Although Mexico are the home side, the South Korea support is quite visible in the stands. 

The two teams are about to enter the field and the noise from the crowd is deafening. Both teams have a strong support and this is the game that can end up deciding who tops Group A.

Alvarado, Gallardo, Lira, Gutierrez, Romo, Sanchez, Vazquez, Alvarez (C), Quinones, Jimenez

Kim, Min Jae, Moon Hwan, Gi Hyuk, Han Beom, Seung Ho, Young Woo, In Beom, Jae Sung, Kang In, Heung Min Son (C)

Welcome to the live coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 encounter between Mexico and South Korea. A huge match with respect to Group A as both team have won their opening matches and this encounter can decide who will end up as group winners.