Mexico Sweeps Group Phase, Czech Republic Eliminated After 0-3 Loss
The Mexican national team closed out the 2026 World Cup group stage with a perfect result after beating the Czech Republic 3-0 at Mexico City Stadium on Thursday (6/25/2026) morning WIB. This win ensures El Tri advance to the round of 32 as Group A winners with maximum points, while the Czech Republic finished at the bottom of the table with a single point.
After a goalless first half, Mexico broke the deadlock in the 55th minute through a counterattack finished by Mateo Chavez. Six minutes later, Julian Quinones doubled the lead by capitalizing on a loose ball in the penalty box.
Coach Javier Aguirre brought on veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa in the 78th minute. At 40 years and 346 days old, Ochoa became the oldest Mexican player to appear in a World Cup.
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