5 major highlights from Mexico, South Africa World Cup opener [Photos]

Mexico kicked off the 2026 FIFA World Cup in emphatic fashion, defeating South Africa 2-0 before a packed Estadio Azteca on Thursday.
Goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured all three points for the co-hosts, while South Africa finished the match with nine men in a dramatic opening encounter.
Here are the five major highlights from the World Cup opener:
1. Quinones scores the first goal of the tournament
Mexico’s forward #16 Julian Quinones celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the 2026 World Cup Group A football match between Mexico and South Africa at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. (Photo by CARL DE SOUZA / AFP)
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