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The host nation was indeed different. As early as four hours before the match against the South Korea national football team, Mexican fans were turning Estadio Akron green, radiating intense passion.
The South Korean national team, led by head coach Hong Myung-bo, will face Mexico in the second group stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group A at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Guadalajara, Mexico, at 10 a.m. (Korean time) on the 19th.
This matchup is effectively a decider for first place in the group. Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match, while South Korea secured a favorable start by defeating the Czech Republic 2-1. Following the 1-1 draw between South Africa and the Czech Republic, the winner of the South Korea-Mexico match will secure first place in Group A and a spot in the Round of 32, regardless of the outcome of the final third match.
Ahead of this crucial match, the host nation's fans showed immense unity. Four hours before kickoff, the area around Estadio Akron was already filled with a massive green wave. During the first match against the Czech Republic, some Mexican fans were seen cheering while wearing South Korea's national team jerseys, but with their own country's match now underway, they have all switched to their national green jerseys, turning into complete opponents.
A festive atmosphere was created along the route to the stadium. As the media bus carrying reporters moved, Mexican fans, using wind instruments and cymbals, launched a spectacular carnival parade toward the stadium. Despite a journey of over 3 kilometers and sweltering temperatures exceeding 20 degrees Celsius, the fans' faces showed no signs of fatigue, only pure passion.
Booths set up around Estadio Akron were also packed with a sea of people, brimming with energy. Countless crowds wearing matching green shirts formed long lines at each booth, ranging from dozens to hundreds of people, fully demonstrating the overwhelming passion of the host nation.
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