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African users cite xenophobia after SA loss to Mexico

Published 12 June 2026

South Africa's opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup became a flashpoint for political tensions far beyond the pitch, as a wave of social media users across Africa openly celebrated the team's 2-0 defeat to Mexico on Thursday.

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