Mexico Make Dream Start To World Cup 2026 With Commanding Victory Over South Africa

Co-hosts Mexico launched the 2026 FIFA World Cup in style on Thursday night, defeating Africa’s highest-ranked side South Africa 2-0 before a packed crowd of 80,824 fans to ignite celebrations at Estadio Azteca.
 
The opening match of the expanded 48-team tournament saw Mexico underline their credentials as potential contenders, producing a disciplined and clinical performance to secure all three points in Group A.
 
The hosts seized the initiative early and were rewarded in the ninth minute when forward Julián Quiñones found the breakthrough. The striker finished off a well-worked move after being set up by Erik Lira, sending the home supporters into raptures and giving Mexico th...