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Mexico wins over South Africa in World Cup opener with three red cards
Mexico's national team defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, held at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. The game was part of the first group stage matches in the tournament, which is being hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The first goal was scored by Julian Kynionis in the 9th minute, and the second by Jiménez in the 67th minute. South Africa's Sethol and Zwani, as well as Mexico's Ceasar, were sent off with red cards. This marks Mexico's first victory in a World Cup opening match, after failing to do so in the previous six editions.
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