World Cup 2026: Full group schedule and top second-round matches to watch

Author: Manasi PathakPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: United States

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World Cup 2026: Full group schedule and top second-round matches to watch

After an action-packed first round, the second round of World Cup 2026 kicks off with key matches. Mexico faces South Korea in Guadalajara on June 18, while the Netherlands take on Sweden in Houston on June 20. Mexican and South Korean fans, united since 2018, will now compete on the pitch.

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