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Mexico Opens 2026 World Cup With 2-0 Win Over South Africa
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80% centerFirst reported by Ynet · Jun 10, 2026
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What happened
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Friday. Julian Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored, while Shakira performed in the opening ceremony. The win gives Mexico an early advantage in its bid to advance.
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