Mexico vs South Korea stream and TV schedule, FIFA World Cup 2026
Mexico vs South Korea TV schedule is set for Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Guadalajara, with kickoff at 10:00 PM ET. FOX and Telemundo carry the match in the United States, BBC One serves the United Kingdom, Televisa and Azteca routes cover Mexico, and JTBC with KBS lead South Korea coverage.
The Mexico vs South Korea live stream guide covers the single-match route, while this article maps the wider TV split across key markets. The Mexico national football team and the South Korea national football team both enter Match 28 on three points after opening wins tightened Group A.
| Match | Mexico vs South Korea |
| Date | Thursday, June 18, 2026 |
| Kick Off (ET) | 10:00 PM ET |
| Kick Off (BST) | 3:00 AM BST |
| Venue | Guadalajara Stadium, Zapopan, Mexico |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group A – Match 28 |
| Mexico | Televisa / Azteca 7 |
| South Korea | JTBC / KBS |
| USA | FOX / Telemundo |
| Global Stream | FIFA+ – select territories |
- Mexico vs South Korea is Match 28 in Group A at FIFA World Cup 2026.
- Kickoff is 7:00 PM in Guadalajara, 10:00 PM ET, 3:00 AM BST, and 11:00 AM in Seoul.
- FOX, FOX One, and FOX Sports App handle the main U.S. English route.
- BBC One carries the United Kingdom television route, with BBC iPlayer covering digital access.
- Televisa, Azteca routes, TUDN App, and ViX lead Mexico coverage, while JTBC and KBS serve South Korea.
- Guadalajara Stadium hosts the match with a FIFA World Cup 2026 capacity of 48,000 and four tournament fixtures.
What Channel Is Mexico vs South Korea on?
Mexico vs South Korea World Cup 2026 channel coverage starts with FOX and Telemundo in the United States. BBC One handles the United Kingdom route, while Mexico viewers should check Televisa, Azteca, TUDN App, and ViX and South Korea viewers should use JTBC and KBS.
| Country / Region | TV Channel | Live Stream | Free? |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX | FOX One / FOX Sports App | Yes on FOX TV; authenticated stream |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo | Peacock / Telemundo App | Yes on Telemundo TV; paid or authenticated stream |
| United Kingdom | BBC One | BBC iPlayer | Yes |
| Mexico | Televisa / Azteca 7 | TUDN App / ViX / Azteca Deportes App | Free on selected TV and app routes |
| South Korea | JTBC / KBS | Regional apps / NAVER Sports | Free TV; app rules vary |
| Australia | SBS | SBS On Demand | Yes |
| Germany | ARD / ZDF | ARD Mediathek / ZDFmediathek | Yes |
| France | M6 | M6+ | TBC |
| Spain | RTVE / DAZN | RTVE Play / DAZN | TBC |
| India | Zee India / Unite8 Sports | ZEE5 | Paid / package |
| Pakistan | tapmad | tapmad App / Web | Paid / package |
| Middle East | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT / TOD | Paid |
| Rest of World | FIFA+ | FIFA+ App / Web | Select territories |
The Mexico squad and fixtures show why the Mexico national football team can push hard for first place in Group A. Javier Aguirre leans on Raul Jimenez, Julian Quinones, and a strong home crowd, and the Mexico national football team arrive after a 2-0 opening win over South Africa.
The South Korea squad and fixtures explain why the South Korea national football team look dangerous in transition. Hong Myungbo relies on Son Heungmin, Hwang Inbeom, and Kim Minjae, and the South Korea national football team enter this match after a 2-1 win over Czechia.
What Time Is Mexico vs South Korea Kick Off?
Mexico vs South Korea kickoff time is 10:00 PM ET on Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Guadalajara. The official match slot converts to 7:00 PM in Guadalajara, 3:00 AM in London, and 11:00 AM in Seoul.
| City | Country | Time Zone | Kick Off Time | Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara | Mexico | CT (UTC-6) | 7:00 PM | Thursday, June 18 |
| Mexico City | Mexico | CT (UTC-6) | 7:00 PM | Thursday, June 18 |
| New York | USA | ET (UTC-4) | 10:00 PM | Thursday, June 18 |
| Los Angeles | USA | PT (UTC-7) | 7:00 PM | Thursday, June 18 |
| London | UK | BST (UTC+1) | 3:00 AM | Friday, June 19 |
| Seoul | South Korea | KST (UTC+9) | 11:00 AM | Friday, June 19 |
| Karachi | Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | 7:00 AM | Friday, June 19 |
| New Delhi | India | IST (UTC+5:30) | 7:30 AM | Friday, June 19 |
| Dhaka | Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | 8:00 AM | Friday, June 19 |
| Sydney | Australia | AEST (UTC+10) | 12:00 PM | Friday, June 19 |
North America keeps the match in a premium evening window, while Europe lands deep into the night and East Asia gets a late-morning start. That spread still gives Group A one of its widest crossover audiences.
Guadalajara local time stays the anchor for every conversion. That 7:00 PM slot gives Mexico a full stadium window and keeps South Korea in a clean daytime watch at home.
How to Watch Mexico vs South Korea Live Online Free
Mexico vs South Korea live stream options are legal through official broadcasters only. Free access depends on the country, the broadcaster, and the final local split. The listed match and app routes cover the strongest legal options before lineups arrive.
- Choose your country first, then use the broadcaster listed for that territory.
- In the USA, use FOX or Telemundo on TV, or use FOX One, FOX Sports App, Peacock, and Telemundo App online.
- In the United Kingdom, use BBC One on television and test BBC iPlayer before the 3:00 AM BST kickoff.
- In Mexico, use Televisa or Azteca on television and keep TUDN App, ViX, or Azteca Deportes App ready before the 7:00 PM local kickoff.
- In South Korea, use JTBC or KBS on television and confirm the broadcaster app or NAVER Sports route before the 11:00 AM local kickoff.
- In India, use ZEE5 and confirm the Zee India or Unite8 Sports route before the 7:30 AM IST kickoff.
- In Pakistan, use tapmad before the 7:00 AM PKT kickoff.
- In Australia, use SBS and SBS On Demand before the 12:00 PM AEST start.
- Check FIFA+ only if your territory lists live match access because local exclusive rights can block FIFA+ live coverage.
A free live stream is available in the United Kingdom through BBC iPlayer. Mexico viewers also have free local routes on selected TV and digital options, while United States viewers still need a valid television or streaming package for the main English-language path.
The strongest setup is practical rather than rushed. Test the app, the login, and the casting route before lineups drop because FIFA World Cup 2026 traffic can expose weak logins and overloaded devices.
Where Is Mexico vs South Korea Being Played?
Mexico vs South Korea is being played at Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan, Jalisco. Local coverage still uses Estadio Akron, while FIFA uses Guadalajara Stadium as the tournament name. The venue hosts four FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in total.
| Stadium | Guadalajara Stadium / Estadio Akron |
| City | Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico |
| Kick Off | 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM local |
| Capacity | 48,000 |
| Surface | Natural grass |
| Primary Tenant | C.D. Guadalajara |
| Host City | Four-match FIFA World Cup 2026 venue |
Guadalajara Stadium gives Group A a sharp bowl, a strong local football culture, and one of Mexico’s most charged atmospheres. That setting should reward teams who can manage emotion and still move the ball quickly.
The crowd should lean hard toward the hosts, yet South Korea already know this stadium from their opening win. That balance makes the match feel tighter than a normal host-nation second group game.
Mexico vs South Korea – Match Preview
Mexico vs South Korea is already a decisive match in Group A. Both teams opened with wins, so the second matchday can give one side a direct path toward the round of 32.
The Mexico national football team arrive under Javier Aguirre with Raul Jimenez and Julian Quinones leading the attack after the 2-0 win over South Africa. The Mexico national football team also carry the lift of another home fixture, which matters in a stadium built for fast pressure and loud support.
The South Korea national football team come in under Hong Myungbo after a comeback 2-1 win over Czechia, with Hwang Inbeom driving midfield control and Son Heungmin supplying the headline threat. The South Korea national football team already know the surface and the sightlines in Guadalajara, which should help them settle faster than a visiting team usually can.
The wider group stakes sharpen the night, and the Mexico vs South Korea stats and player data already frame the matchup in more detail. The Mexico national football team sit 14th in the FIFA ranking, the South Korea national football team sit 25th, and Group A Match 28 already feels important in FIFA World Cup 2026.
Every broadcaster split matters because FIFA World Cup 2026 match windows move fast once team news lands. Mexico and South Korea both carry enough quality to make this one of the best second-round fixtures on the slate.
Mexico vs South Korea World Cup 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Mexico vs South Korea kick off?
Kickoff is 10:00 PM ET on Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Guadalajara. That is 7:00 PM local time in Mexico, 3:00 AM BST, and 11:00 AM in Seoul.
What channel is Mexico vs South Korea on in the USA?
FOX shows Mexico vs South Korea in English in the USA, while Telemundo carries Spanish coverage. FOX One, FOX Sports App, Peacock, and Telemundo App provide the main legal streaming routes.
Can I watch Mexico vs South Korea for free?
Yes, some viewers can. BBC One and BBC iPlayer provide the free United Kingdom route, while Mexico viewers can use selected free Televisa and Azteca options depending on the final local assignment.
Where is Mexico vs South Korea being played?
The match is at Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan, Jalisco. The venue is known locally as Estadio Akron and FIFA lists it as a four-match FIFA World Cup 2026 stadium with a capacity of 48,000.
What channel shows Mexico vs South Korea in South Korea?
South Korea viewers can watch through JTBC and KBS. Digital access runs through the broadcasters’ regional apps and services such as NAVER Sports.
Mexico vs South Korea TV schedule is now set across the main confirmed legal broadcasters, and the match gives Group A a real first-place angle.
Check your channel and app before kickoff because North America, Europe, and East Asia all land in different viewing windows.
FWCTimes will update the FIFA World Cup 2026 match TV details if any broadcaster changes the assignment.
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