World Cup 2026 – US: Mexico’s Win Over South Korea Sparks Street Celebrations in L.A.

Mexico secured its place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 victory over South Korea in Guadalajara on Thursday, June 18, sparking large celebrations at watch parties in Los Angeles' Koreatown. While most fans celebrated peacefully, one man was shot in the leg near a watch party on Irolo Street, and the Los Angeles Police Department issued a citywide tactical alert as crowds filled the streets.

Anti-Korean rally

Anti-Korean rally

TOKYO, Japan - A demonstration against Korean residents in Japan is held in Tokyo's Shin-Okubo district known as the capital's Koreatown on Sept. 8, 2013.

Anti-Korean rally

Anti-Korean rally

TOKYO, Japan - Opponents lie on a road in an attempt to block a demonstration against Korean residents in Japan in Tokyo's Shin-Okubo district known as the capital's Koreatown on Sept. 8, 2013. The opponents said such a demonstration would be an embarrassment with Tokyo now set to host the 2020 Olympics.

Anti-Korean rallies in Tokyo's Koreatown hurting business owners

Anti-Korean rallies in Tokyo's Koreatown hurting business owners

TOKYO, Japan - File photo shows participants in a demonstration against Korean residents in Japan marching in Tokyo's Shin-Okubo district on June 16, 2013, with signs and Japanese flags.

Anti-Korean rallies in Tokyo's Koreatown hurting business owners

Anti-Korean rallies in Tokyo's Koreatown hurting business owners

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken July 27, 2013, shows a shopping street in Tokyo's Shin-Okubo district known as the capital's Koreatown. Demonstrations targeting Korean residents in Japan have negatively impacted businesses operating in the area.