Mexico clinches World Cup playoff berth as Brazil and Morocco record victories

Mexico secured a place in the 2026 World Cup playoff matches by beating South Korea 1‑0 in the Group A second‑round fixture. Luis Romo scored the lone goal in the 50th minute, giving Mexico the maximum six points after two games and guaranteeing their spot in the knockout stage.

In Group C, Brazil delivered a dominant 3‑0 win over Haiti, scoring three first‑half goals through Vinícius Júnior and Lucas Paquetá. Morocco edged Scotland 1‑0 thanks to a Brahim Díaz assist to Ismail Saïbari, who netted in the 72nd minute. The results leave Brazil and Morocco level on four points, with Scotland on three and Haiti still without points.

These matches are part of the inaugural 48‑team World Cup, co‑hosted by Mexico, the United States and Canada. The group stage concludes on 27 June, followed by knockout rounds starting 1 July, with semifinals on 14‑15 July and the final on 19 July.