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Schools Closed in Jalisco for Mexico-South Korea World Cup Qualifier

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Jalisco state in Mexico will close schools on June 19 for the World Cup qualifying match between Mexico and South Korea.
  • The decision aims to allow children, teachers, and families to support the national team in the match, which is the first World Cup qualifier held in the state.
  • The game is considered a de facto decider for first place in Group A, with both teams having secured one win each.

Students in Mexico's Jalisco state will have a day off from school on June 19 to watch the national team play South Korea in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. Governor Pablo Lemus announced a statewide school holiday for the match, marking the first time a World Cup qualifier will be held in Jalisco.

The governor stated the holiday is intended to let children, teachers, and families "enjoy the festival and cheer for the national team together." The match between Mexico and South Korea is scheduled to take place in the city of Zapopan, which is within Jalisco state. While schools will be closed, regular work schedules will remain in place for most employees.

This game is highly anticipated as it is effectively a decider for the top spot in Group A. Both Mexico and South Korea have won their opening matches. South Korea defeated the Czech Republic 2-1, while Mexico secured a 2-0 victory against South Africa. Local media suggests the winner of this match is likely to advance to the knockout stage as group leader and play in Mexico City.

Children, teachers, and families in the state can enjoy the festival and cheer for the national team together.

— Pablo LemusJalisco Governor Pablo Lemus explained the reason for the statewide school holiday on June 19.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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