The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking over North America this summer and there's still time to see the action in person when Mexico and South Korea meet on June 18 at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Jalisco (Guadalajara).

Fans whom CNA spoke to in Guadalajara said they have been shocked by the welcome they have received with the two sides preparing to play each other in a crucial match.

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Mexico are looking for another big day when El Tri take on the Korea Republic in a crucial Group A match Thursday, June 18

South Korea picked up a pivotal three points in its World Cup opener against Czechia, overcoming a late deficit for a 2-1 win in Guadalajara. Now, the Koreans face co-host Mexico with the opportunity to seize control of Group A and perhaps become the first team to book its place in the Round of 32.

After a Korea victory allowed Mexico passage to the knockout round of the 2018 World Cup, there has been a brotherhood between t