Mexico beat South Korea to clinch 1st place in Group A
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Mexico defended a 1-0 lead that put it into the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup, but it needed a jaw-dropping double-save from Tala Rangel.
Goalkeeper Raúl Rangel was chosen by coach Javier Aguirre as the starting goalkeeper at the World Cup for Mexico's national team, opting for youth over experience.
Mexico exploited a mistake by South Korea goalkeeper Goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and then played formidable defense to earn a 1-0 win at Guadalajara Stadium Thursday.
Goalkeeper Raúl “Tala" Rangel made the key play that assured Mexico of reaching the knockout stage of the World Cup.
The Mexican national team has always been my compass in my career and my life; it’s given me direction,” the 40-year-old said.
Korea Republic goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu was the man with his head in his hands after he came out to claim the ball. But unfortunately in the process, he fell on a team-mate in wha
Mexico legend Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa is reportedly set to retire after the 2026 World Cup, ending a career that spanned multiple tournaments, memorable performances and club stops across Mexico and Europe.
Raúl “Tala” Rangel just wrote his name in Mexican soccer history! The Chivas goalkeeper became the youngest Mexican shot-stopper to debut at a World Cup in the 21st century, leaving his mark on the national team’s legacy.
