World Cup 2026: Muhsin Ertugral highlights Mexico's bizarre opening-day record

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates coach Muhsin Ertugral highlighted an intriguing piece of history ahead of South Africa's opening match against co-hosts Mexico in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He noted that Mexico is playing in their eighth World Cup opener, more than any other nation, but have never won any of those matches. Ertugral believes this statistic could offer encouragement to Hugo Broos' South African side.