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South Africa Stumbles in 2-0 Loss to Mexico as Sithole Is Sent Off

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First reported by Mako · Jun 11, 2026

What happened

South Africa opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 loss to Mexico on Thursday and finished the match with nine men. Sphephelo Sithole was blamed for the opening goal and then sent off in the 49th minute, while Temba Zwane also received a straight red card. South Africa next meets Czechia in Group A.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

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N12Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026
South Africa Stumbles in 2-0 Loss to Mexico as Sithole Is Sent Off
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 11, 2026
South Africa Opens World Cup With 2-0 Loss to Mexico, Sithole Draws Heavy Criticism

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