2026 World Cup: Mexico beat 9-man South Africa in opening game

Mexico, a co-host of the 2026 World Cup, defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match. Julián Quiñones scored in the 9th minute, and Raúl Jiménez added a second in the 67th. South Africa finished with nine men after two red cards, while Mexico also had Cesar Montes sent off in stoppage time.