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Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red - Reuters

Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red - Reuters

Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red Reuters

June 11, 2026 at 11:10 PM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"We’re looking at ourselves."

— Granit Xhaka , Athlete

Key People

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Alvaro FidalgoAthlete

Alvaro Fidalgo is a midfielder from Mexico known for his technical skills.

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Aubrey ModibaAthlete

Aubrey Modiba is a South African soccer player who plays as a defender.

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Boualem KhoukhiAthlete

Boualem Khoukhi is a Qatari soccer player who scored a crucial goal in the FIFA World Cup.

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Bryan GutierrezAthlete

Bryan Gutierrez is a player from Mexico involved in the incident leading to Yaya Sithole's red card.

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Dick AdvocaatAthlete

Dick Advocaat is a former football manager and player who was appointed as an adviser to Feyenoord.

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Granit XhakaAthlete

Granit Xhaka is a Swiss soccer midfielder.

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Ime OkonAthlete

Ime Okon is a South African soccer player known for his contributions to the national team.

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Iqraam RaynersAthlete

Iqraam Rayners is a South African soccer player participating in international competitions.

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Israel ReyesAthlete

Israel Reyes is a Mexican soccer player who plays as a defender.

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Julian QuinonesAthlete

Julian Quinones is a Mexican soccer player known for scoring goals in crucial matches.

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Pedro MiguelAthlete

Pedro Miguel is a Qatari soccer player known for his performance in the FIFA World Cup.

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Raul JimenezAthlete

Raul Jimenez is a Mexican striker formerly with Wolves, currently in talks for a return to the club.

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Roberto AlvaradoAthlete

Roberto Alvarado is a Mexican professional soccer player playing as a forward.

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Themba ZwaneAthlete

Themba Zwane is a South African player who was sent off during the match.

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Wilton SampaioOther

Wilton Sampaio is the referee who officiated the match between Mexico and South Africa.

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Yaya SitholeAthlete

Yaya Sithole is a South African midfielder who made his World Cup debut in 2026.

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Yukinari SugawaraAthlete

Yukinari Sugawara is a Japanese soccer player participating in the FIFA World Cup.

All Coverage

Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red - Reuters
Reutersvia rss

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Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match
Associated Pressvia ai

Mexico secured a 2-0 victory over South Africa in the 2026 World Cup opener at Azteca Stadium, with goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, and three red cards issued during the match.

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World Cup what to know: Mexico starts with big win while U.S., Canada prepare for openers
Associated Pressvia ai 1 quote 1 person

Mexico began the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over South Africa, while the U.S. and Canada prepare for their opening matches in the tournament.

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Mexico 2 - 0 S. Africa - Match Report & Highlights
Sky Sportsvia ai

Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener, with goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, and three red cards issued during the match.

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The Washington Postvia ai

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off with co-host Mexico facing South Africa at Azteca Stadium. The match was attended by over 80,000 fans and marked the first World Cup opener at this venue since 1986. Mexico, aiming to improve upon their 2022 performance, secured a 2-0 victory in front of a home crowd.

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