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Mexico beats Czech Republic 3-0, completes perfect World Cup group stage
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Mateo Chávez and Julián Quiñones scored goals in a six-minute span early in the second half, and Mexico beat the Czech Republic 3-0 on Wednesday night to win all three of its World Cup group-stage matches for the first time.The 22-year-old Chávez, in his first World Cu...
Key takeaway Mexico's previous best group-stage performance was two wins and one draw, done in 1986 and 2002 and both featuring Javier Aguirre, the first as a midfielder and the second as El Tri's coach.
Why this matters in Southlake News
Mexico's perfect World Cup group stage performance is likely to resonate with the large and vibrant Mexican-American community in Southlake , where soccer is a highly popular sport. The city's residents with Mexican heritage may be particularly proud of the team's achievement, which marks a historic milestone for El Tri. As Mexico prepares to play its next match at Azteca Stadium, local fans may be eagerly anticipating the opportunity to watch the team compete in the round of 32. The presence of young players like Mateo Chávez and Gilberto Mora, who became the youngest Mexico player to start in a World Cup at age 17, suggests a bright future for the team and may inspire local youth soccer players. With the Dallas-Fort Worth area being home to a diverse population of soccer enthusiasts, Mexico's success in the World Cup is likely to generate significant interest and excitement in Southlake and beyond.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Mateo Chávez and Julián Quiñones scored goals in a six-minute span early in the second half, and Mexico beat the Czech Republic 3-0 on Wednesday night to win all three of its World Cup group-stage matches for the first time.The 22-year-old Chávez, in his first World Cu...
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