Mexico v South Korea: World Cup 2026 – live

Key events 5 mins: Blimey, that is an early yellow card to Lee Kang-in for an innocuous-looking challenge in midfield. He trod on Romo’s foot, the Mexican milked it for all it was worth and the Uruguayan referee brandished a yellow card. 4 mins: Korea have settled the quicker of the two teams, looking to move the ball at pace into wide areas. They are also capable of snapping into tackles in midfield with Hwang and Paik. 2 mins: Korea go long early from the keeper out to Seol on the left, but the wingback was just offside. A good indication of Korea’s versatility. The Group A heavyweight title clash is under way… Anthems sung, fives highed, it’s time to get down to business. Unsurprisingly, the stands are overwhelmingly green as the stadium seats are occupied by fans wearing replica Mexico jerseys. Here come the two sides out into the Guadalajara evening sunshine. Both teams are wearing absolutely stunning anthem jackets: Korea in a daring floral number designed by Nike, Mexico in a crisp Adidas retro affair with an exaggerated foldover contrast collar. What a stadium! Photograph: David Ramos/Getty Images Share Updated at 01.57 BST Both teams are wearing their change kits today. Normally that would irritate me but not tonight as it means we get to enjoy Mexico’s catwalk-ready all-black outfit. South Korea are in a lavender ensemble I am reliably informed is known as Space Purple. …