Watch Mexico vs South Korea live stream, TV channel, and kick-off time
(Guadalajara)
The Mexico vs South Korea live stream is a Group A fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA lists Mexico vs Korea Republic as Match 28 at Guadalajara Stadium. FOX lists kickoff for Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 21:00 ET and 18:00 PT.
Last reviewed: June 15, 2026. Broadcast allocations can move near kickoff, so confirm your local provider on matchday.
How can you watch Mexico vs South Korea live?
Mexico vs South Korea kicks off on June 18, 2026 at Guadalajara Stadium. Use official TV channels and verified streaming apps in your country. The main checks are TV Azteca, TelevisaUnivision, TUDN, and ViX in Mexico, KBS and JTBC in South Korea, and FOX or Telemundo in the United States.
This guide uses confirmed tournament schedule data and published FWCTimes watch resources. Mexico fans can also follow the Mexico World Cup watch guide. South Korea fans can use the South Korea World Cup watch guide for team-specific listings.
How to Watch in Mexico
Mexico viewers should check TV Azteca, TelevisaUnivision, TUDN, and ViX. Live Soccer TV lists TV Azteca and TelevisaUnivision as Mexico’s shared World Cup rights routes. The local kickoff is 19:00 CST on Thursday in Guadalajara.
TV Azteca coverage can use Azteca Uno, Azteca 7, TV Azteca En Vivo, and Azteca Deportes En Vivo. TelevisaUnivision coverage can use Canal 5, Canal 9, Las Estrellas, TUDN, ViX, and TUDN En Vivo. Check the final match assignment before kickoff.
How to Watch in South Korea
South Korea viewers should check KBS, KBS+, JTBC, JTBC NOW, Naver Sports, and CHZZK. Goal lists KBS and JTBC as South Korea’s main World Cup broadcast routes. The Seoul kickoff is 10:00 KST on Friday, 19 June.
Live Soccer TV also lists JTBC NOW, KBS+, KBS On Air, CHZZK, Naver Sports, and Naver TV as streaming checks. Match placement can vary by platform, so viewers should confirm the Korean schedule on matchday. Account access may be required on some apps.
How to Watch Mexico vs South Korea Live Stream in the USA
United States viewers can watch Mexico vs South Korea through FOX coverage in English. FOX lists the match for 9:00 p.m. ET and 6:00 p.m. PT from Guadalajara Stadium. FOX One and FOXSports.com are the main English streaming routes.
Spanish-language coverage runs through Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock. MLSsoccer lists FOX, Telemundo, and Peacock for the United States. Check your TV bundle or streaming subscription before the pre-match show starts.
How to Watch in Canada, UK and Australia
Canada viewers should check CTV, TSN, and RDS. The Toronto kickoff is 21:00 ET on Thursday. Bell Media listings can split games by channel and language package.
UK viewers should check BBC, ITV, BBC iPlayer, and ITVX near kickoff. Australia viewers can use SBS and SBS On Demand. The match starts at 02:00 BST and 11:00 AEST on Friday.
Full International Broadcaster Table
The table lists the most useful official routes for Mexico vs South Korea. Use the local broadcaster schedule before kickoff because tournament sublicensing can affect channel placement.
| Country or Region | TV Channel | Live Stream | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | TV Azteca / TelevisaUnivision / TUDN | TV Azteca En Vivo / ViX / TUDN En Vivo | Mixed |
| South Korea | KBS / JTBC | KBS+ / JTBC NOW / Naver Sports / CHZZK | Free or account |
| United States | FOX / Telemundo / Universo | FOX One / FOXSports.com / Peacock | Paid or TV login |
| Canada | CTV / TSN / RDS | TSN+ / CTV apps / RDS | Paid |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV | BBC iPlayer / ITVX | Free |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | Free |
| France | M6 / beIN Sports | M6+ / beIN CONNECT | Mixed |
| Germany | ARD / ZDF / MagentaTV | ARD Mediathek / ZDF / MagentaTV | Mixed |
Official Streaming Apps
Mexico vs South Korea streaming depends on location. TV Azteca En Vivo, Azteca Deportes En Vivo, ViX, and TUDN En Vivo are the key Mexico checks. KBS+, KBS On Air, JTBC NOW, Naver Sports, and CHZZK are the key South Korea checks.
US viewers should choose FOX One, FOXSports.com, the FOX Sports App, Peacock, or a live TV streaming service carrying the right channel. UK viewers should prepare BBC iPlayer or ITVX after the final allocation. Australian viewers can use SBS On Demand.
Mexico vs South Korea Kickoff Times Worldwide
FIFA lists Mexico vs Korea Republic at Guadalajara Stadium. FOX lists the United States kickoff as 21:00 ET on Thursday, 18 June 2026, which is 01:00 UTC on Friday, 19 June.
| Location | Local Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara | 19:00 CST | Thursday, 18 June |
| Mexico City | 19:00 CST | Thursday, 18 June |
| New York | 21:00 ET | Thursday, 18 June |
| Los Angeles | 18:00 PT | Thursday, 18 June |
| Seoul | 10:00 KST | Friday, 19 June |
| London | 02:00 BST | Friday, 19 June |
| Sydney | 11:00 AEST | Friday, 19 June |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Mexico vs South Korea kick off?
Mexico vs South Korea kicks off at 21:00 ET and 18:00 PT on Thursday, 18 June 2026. The local Guadalajara kickoff is 19:00 CST.
Where can I watch Mexico vs South Korea in Mexico?
Mexico viewers should check TV Azteca, TelevisaUnivision, TUDN, ViX, TV Azteca En Vivo, and Azteca Deportes En Vivo before kickoff.
Where can I watch Mexico vs South Korea in South Korea?
South Korea viewers should check KBS, KBS+, KBS On Air, JTBC, JTBC NOW, Naver Sports, and CHZZK.
Can I watch Mexico vs South Korea on Peacock?
Yes. Peacock carries Telemundo’s Spanish-language World Cup coverage in the United States. English coverage runs through FOX, FOX One, and FOXSports.com.
Which stadium hosts Mexico vs South Korea?
FIFA lists Mexico vs Korea Republic at Guadalajara Stadium. The venue is also known locally as Estadio Akron in the Guadalajara area.
Final Word
Mexico vs South Korea should be watched through official local broadcasters because rights differ by country. TV Azteca, TelevisaUnivision, TUDN, and ViX are the key Mexico checks, while KBS, JTBC, and Naver routes are the key South Korea checks. Confirm the final channel during matchweek and sign in early if your stream needs an account.
