ZAPOPAN, MEXICO - JUNE 18: Fans of Mexico and Korea Republic enjoy the atmosphere before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Mexico and Korea Republic at Guadalajara Stadium on June 18, 2026 in Zapopan, Mexico. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
Mexico and South Korea’s World Cup love story continues

The bond forged between Mexican and Korean World Cup fans is far from over. Mexican fans are challenging the “failure” narrative that South Korea’s World Cup team is facing at home. Meanwhile, many Korean fans have traded their red jerseys for green, demonstrating their everlasting friendship beyond the pitch.

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ZAPOPAN, MEXICO - JUNE 18: Fans of Mexico and Korea Republic enjoy the atmosphere before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match between Mexico and Korea Republic at Guadalajara Stadium on June 18, 2026 in Zapopan, Mexico. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
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