# Record-Breaking Night! 71‑Second Goal + Historic 1000th Match, Multiple Teams Seal Knockout Spots
On June 19–20 (Beijing time), the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage continued in full swing. This matchday saw records tumble – Moroccan forward **Sebaoui** scored after just 71 seconds; in the Turkey vs Paraguay clash, **Matías Galarza** netted a 65‑second screamer, breaking the fastest‑goal record again; and Japan’s 4‑0 victory over Tunisia marked **the 1000th match in World Cup history**. Several top teams secured their places in the last 32, while others were eliminated.
## 1. Mexico 1‑0 South Korea: Hosts First to Advance
In Group A’s second round, Mexico beat South Korea 1‑0 at Guadalajara. The first half ended goalless. In the 50th minute, South Korean goalkeeper **Kim Seung‑gyu** fumbled a high ball, allowing **Luis Romo** to poke home the only goal of the game. South Korea pushed forward but were denied by a brilliant save from Mexico’s keeper. With two wins and six points, Mexico topped the group and **became the first team to qualify for the Round of 32**.
## 2. Canada 6‑0 Qatar: Historic First Win + David Hat‑Trick
In Group B, Canada thrashed Qatar 6‑0, recording their first ever World Cup victory. **Larin** opened the scoring in the 16th minute with a rebound, then **Jonathan David** netted twice to make it 3‑0 at half‑time. After the break, Qatar had two players sent off. **Saliba** scored a direct free‑kick, Qatari defender **Manai** put through his own net, and David completed his **hat‑trick** in stoppage time. David became the second player to score a hat‑trick in this tournament. Canada top Group B with four points.
## 3. Switzerland 4‑1 Bosnia and Herzegovina: All 5 Goals After 70 Minutes
In the other Group B match, Switzerland beat Bosnia 4‑1. The first half ended 0‑0. In the 74th minute, 20‑year‑old **Manzambi** came off the bench and scored with a spectacular volley just three minutes later. After a Bosnian defender was sent off in the 80th minute, Switzerland ran riot: **Vargas** tapped in, **Manzambi** scored his second, and **Xhaka** converted a penalty. **All five goals came after the 70th minute, a World Cup record**. At 20 years and 247 days, **Manzambi became the youngest player to score a brace as a substitute in World Cup history**.
## 4. Czech Republic 1‑1 South Africa: Fastest Goal So Far
In Group A’s other match, the Czech Republic drew 1‑1 with South Africa. **Sadílek** opened the scoring after just **5 minutes and 7 seconds**, setting a new tournament record for the fastest goal. In the 83rd minute, South Africa were awarded a penalty and **Mokwana** converted to level the match. Both teams earned their first point and remain in contention.
## 5. Morocco 1‑0 Scotland: 71‑Second Blitz Sets New Mark
In Group C, Morocco defeated Scotland 1‑0. **Sebaoui** beat the offside trap and fired home after only **1 minute and 11 seconds**, breaking the previous fastest‑goal record. Morocco’s right flank, with **Hakimi** and **Díaz**, caused constant problems. Scotland didn’t manage their first shot until first‑half stoppage time. Morocco now sit on four points from two games and are in a strong position to advance.
## 6. USA 2‑0 Australia: Hosts Also Through
In Group D, the USA beat Australia 2‑0. Australian defender **Burgess** deflected a cross into his own net, and then **Freeman** headed in a rebound to double the lead. The USA now have two wins and have also secured a place in the last 32.
## 7. Brazil 3‑0 Haiti: Haiti First Eliminated
In Group C, Brazil eased past Haiti 3‑0. **Cunha** scored twice and **Vinícius Júnior** added another. Brazil are top with four points. Haiti, with two defeats, **became the first team eliminated from the tournament**.
## 8. Japan 4‑0 Tunisia: The 1000th World Cup Match
In Group F, Japan thrashed Tunisia 4‑0. **Kamada** opened the scoring in the 4th minute; **Ueda** scored a brace and **Ito** added a fourth. This match marked the **1000th game in World Cup history**. On the same day, Germany came from behind to beat Côte d’Ivoire 2‑1, with substitute **Undav** scoring twice to **seal Germany’s place in the knockout stage**.
| Match | Score | HT | FT | Goalscorers |
| Mexico vs South Korea | **1‑0** | 0‑0 | 1‑0 | Romo |
| Canada vs Qatar | **6‑0** | 3‑0 | 3‑0 | David×3, Larin, Saliba, Manai (og) |
| Switzerland vs Bosnia | **4‑1** | 0‑0 | 4‑1 | Manzambi×2, Vargas, Xhaka / Mahmić |
| Czech Republic vs South Africa | **1‑1** | 1‑0 | 0‑1 | Sadílek / Mokwana |
| Morocco vs Scotland | **1‑0** | 1‑0 | 0‑0 | Sebaoui |
| USA vs Australia | **2‑0** | 2‑0 | 0‑0 | Burgess (og), Freeman |
| Brazil vs Haiti | **3‑0** | — | — | Cunha×2, Vinícius Jr. |
| Japan vs Tunisia | **4‑0** | 2‑0 | 2‑0 | Kamada, Ueda×2, Ito |
| Germany vs Côte d'Ivoire | **2‑1** | 0‑1 | 2‑0 | Undav×2 / Kessié |
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