Mexico v South Korea | World Cup Prediction

William Hill News tipster @Footy_Tipster previews Friday’s 2026 World Cup game between Mexico and South Korea.

Our Prediction: Draw (21/10), Mexico 2-2 South Korea (16/1).

The Estadio Akron awaits as Mexico and South Korea both look to book their place in the next round of the 2026 World Cup.

Now, let’s take a closer look at some World Cup odds and betting angles for Friday’s fixture:

Mexico v South Korea – Friday, 2am

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• Mexico made no mistake in front of a packed Estadio Azteca, beating South Africa 2-0 in a fiery contest that produced three red cards. Thursday’s victory marked the first time El Tri have ever opened a World Cup campaign with all three points — a dream start on home soil.
• Tougher tests await Javier Aguirre’s side, including this one, but Mexico know that even a draw here would likely be enough to secure progression from the group. A win, meanwhile, would guarantee their place in the round of 32 with a game to spare.
• Mexico boast a perfect World Cup record against Asian opposition, winning all five previous meetings, while they are unbeaten in their last four clashes with South Korea (W3). The two sides also shared a 2-2 draw in 2025. El Tri are 19/20 with William Hill to make it two wins from two.

• It wasn’t quite as straightforward for South Korea in their World Cup opener, as they had to come from behind against the Czech Republic. But two goals in the final 25 minutes ensured Hong Myung‑Bo’s side began their campaign with a hard‑earned victory.
• The Tigers of Asia sit behind Mexico in Group A only on goal difference, and they now have the chance to make a little history — a win here would see them claim back‑to‑back victories to start a World Cup for the first time.
• Both teams have scored in each of the last three meetings between these nations, and another competitive contest is expected. South Korea can be backed at 13/10 with William Hill to take the lead at any stage of the match.

Bet Builder Hub:

• Both Teams To Score – Yes – Both teams have scored in each of the last three meetings between the two.
• Player To Score or Assist – Raul Jiminez – Picked up a goal involvement in each of his last two outings for Mexico.
• Result – Draw – I’m expecting a competitive game between these two and with a point suiting both, a stalemate wouldn’t surprise me.

Agree with our tips? Combine them in a Bet Builder at 8/1 with William Hill.

*All odds subject to change – prices accurate at the time of writing*

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