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4 Takeaways From Mexico's Group-Clinching Win Over South Korea

  • Mexico became the first team to reach the World Cup knockouts and topped their group after a nervy 1-0 win in a packed Guadalajara — boxing star Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez was even in the crowd and fans sang Cielito Lindo.
  • Luis Romo scored from a keeper error in the 50th minute, while Edson Álvarez and goalkeeper Raúl Rangel made crucial defensive plays to preserve the victory.
  • Coach Javier Aguirre’s lone‑striker approach (Raúl Jiménez) drew criticism — Mexico may tweak its attack as it heads into Wednesday’s match vs Czechia in Mexico City.
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