Mexico has secured first place in its World Cup group following a decisive victory over South Korea.
The result caps an unbeaten run in the group stage, leveraging the traditional home-field advantage that has historically benefited the host nation in tournament play.
The match was decided by a critical error from South Korean goalkeeper Kim, which allowed Luis Romo to convert and secure the win for Mexico.
This performance extends Mexico's strong record as a host team, where the side has consistently advanced to the round of 16 and dominated group-stage fixtures.
While Mexico has yet to reach the semifinals in its hosting appearances, the current campaign shows the team capitalizing on local support and familiarity with venues.
The victory ensures a more manageable path in the knockout stages, avoiding the toughest remaining opponents in the early rounds.