Mexico Defeats South Africa in The Opening Match of 2926 FIFA World Cup

Mexico defeated South Africa 2–0 in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Estadio Azteca. Julián Quiñones scored after nine minutes, and Raúl Jiménez added a second-half goal. South Africa finished the match with nine players after two red cards, while Mexico also had one player sent off late in the game.