Mexico leads Group A trader consensus at 51% implied probability, bolstered by co-host status and two matches at high-altitude Estadio Azteca, where acclimatization provides a decisive edge over visiting rivals; recent CONCACAF Nations League triumph over USA and Panama underscores El Tri's momentum heading into final prep, including a 55-man preliminary squad announcement. Czechia follows at 24.5% after playoff heroics, edging Denmark on penalties in March to secure qualification and build form against physical opponents like South Africa. South Korea sits at 19% amid solid rankings but travel challenges and reported stumbles in recent friendlies, while South Africa lags at 5.7% as the group underdog lacking comparable depth or experience.