Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in World Cup opener
The 2026 FIFA World Cup opened with a dramatic victory for host nation Mexico, which defeated South Africa 2-0 in a match that set a tournament record for red cards.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup opened with a dramatic victory for host nation Mexico, which defeated South Africa 2-0 in a match that set a tournament record for red cards.