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Edson Álvarez to Lead Mexico's Defense Against South Korea in World Cup Clash
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Edson Álvarez to Lead Mexico's Defense Against South Korea in World Cup Clash

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Edson Álvarez will lead Mexico's defense against South Korea in their second Group A match of the 2026 World Cup.
  • The match is scheduled for Thursday in Guadalajara, Jalisco.
  • Starting lineups for both Mexico and South Korea have been announced.

Edson Álvarez has been selected by coach Javier 'Vasco' Aguirre to anchor Mexico's defense in their upcoming 2026 World Cup match against South Korea. The crucial Group A fixture is set to take place on Thursday in Guadalajara, Jalisco.

Álvarez, a key player for the Mexican national team, will be tasked with marshaling the backline as Mexico seeks a vital win in the tournament. His leadership and defensive capabilities are expected to be instrumental in containing the South Korean attack.

The starting lineups for both teams have been confirmed. Mexico will field Raúl Rangel in goal, with Jorge Sánchez, Edson Álvarez, Johan Vásquez, and Jesús Gallardo forming the defense. The midfield will consist of Erik Lira, Luis Romo, and Brian Gutiérrez, supporting forwards Roberto Alvarado, Raúl Jiménez, and Julián Quiñones.

South Korea's lineup includes Kim Seunggyu as goalkeeper, protected by defenders Lee Hanbeom, Kim Minjae, Kim Moonhawn, and Seol Youngwoo. The midfield features Lee Gihyuk, Hwang Inbeom, and Paik Seungho, with Lee Jaesung, Lee Kangin, and Son Heungmin leading the attack.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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