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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
June 11, 2026
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World Cup LIVE blog: Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0 in opening game

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Mexico secured a historic 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the iconic Estadio Azteca. This win marks Mexico's first-ever triumph in a World Cup opener.
- Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0.
- Mexico players Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored the goals.
- The match saw multiple red cards, with players from both Mexico (Cesar Montes) and South Africa (Sphephelo Sithole, Themba Zwane) being sent off.
- The Estadio Azteca made history as the first stadium to host matches in three different World Cups (1970, 1986, 2026).
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