Mexico vs South Africa

Mexico kicked off the 2026 FIFA World Cup in front of a raucous home crowd at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, defeating South Africa 2-0 in the tournament opener. The match was far from straightforward — three red cards were shown across the game, creating chaotic spells — but El Tri held their nerve to take all three points. The result put Mexico at the top of Group A and set the tone for what has already been a dramatic tournament.