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Mexico beats South Africa and Czechia loses to South Korea in World Cup opening matches

Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the tournament after nine minutes and 35-year-old striker Raúl Jiménez headed in Mexico's second goal in a 2-0 opening game against South Africa that produced three red cards.

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Mom tried to buy World Cup tickets for her son — and ended up with an $8,000 parking pass

This year’s FIFA World Cup kicked off Thursday in Mexico City

The Independent UK

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

MEXICO CITY - Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in a tempestuous clash with three red cards ‌as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to a cloud of red mist at the rocking Azteca Stadium.

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Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek kick-start the World Cup at opening ceremony in Mexico City

The opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City was full of international stars

The Independent UK

Mexico 2-0 South Africa LIVE: Watch World Cup 2026 opener, free streams, team news

Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Africa from anywhere as the World Cup begins in Mexico City.

TechRadar

US receives a frosty welcome at World Cup 2026 opener in Mexico City

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The Independent UK

USA flag booed before World Cup 2026 opening game in Mexico City

There was a shift in the party atmosphere in Mexico City when the United States flag was paraded onto the pitch

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Shakira and Burna Boy kick off World Cup 2026 party as opening ceremony gets tournament underway in style

World Cup begins with star-studded opening ceremony in Mexico City before joint hosts win dramatic first game

Evening Standard

The 10 Mexican Food Staples World Cup Visitors May Miss — And Why That's a Mistake You Can't Afford to Make

Heading to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup? Don't leave without trying these iconic dishes from Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. A food guide for every kind of traveler.

Latin Times

Shakira lights up the stage as World Cup kicks off in Mexico City

The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July.

Euronews

Fans descend on Mexico City Stadium ahead of World Cup kickoff

Fans gathered outside Mexico City Stadium and at public viewing areas ahead of the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

Euronews

Photos from the spectacular World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City

A star-studded opening ceremony featuring Shakira, Burna Boy and J Balvin kicked off the 2026 World Cup before a crowd of more than 80,000 at the revamped Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Mexico opened the 48-team tournament against South Africa as the competition began amid escalating protests and social tensions…

The Independent UK

Mexico vs South Africa: What is the weather forecast for World Cup opener?

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How to watch Mexico vs South Africa: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026 opening game, team news

Raul Jimenez leads the line for Mexico against South Africa as the co-hosts kick-off FIFA World Cup 2026 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Here's how to watch the Group A clash for free online and from anywhere.

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Mothers of Mexico's Missing March on World Cup Eve, Demanding Answers as Globe Watches

On the eve of the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City, hundreds of families of the disappeared marched down Calzada de Tlalpan demanding justice for more than 133,000 missing people across Mexico.

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World Cup Group A Odds: Mexico Favored, Best Picks

World Cup group A odds make Mexico heavy favorites at -137 to top their home group. South Korea are the value play at +380 with an unbeaten qualifying run.

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 live: South Korea beat Czechia after dramatic turnaround in Group A clash

There were more red cards than goals in the opening game of the World Cup as co-hosts Mexico cruised to a comfortable win before South Korea overcame Czechia

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Mexico City’s fancy new metro has residents dressing for the occasion

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President Claudia Sheinbaum Downplays Protest Concerns Ahead of World Cup Opener in Mexico City

"There is no problem. Everyone with a ticket will be able to get there because there are no classes and no office work. Everything is under control. The only recommendation is to leave earlier," Sheinbaum said.

France 24

World Cup opens with Mexico-South Africa rematch on pitch that shaped Pelé, Maradona legends

Mexico City’s storied Azteca Stadium has been the stage for some of the most iconic moments in World Cup history, from Pelé’s third title to Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal. The hallowed venue hosts the 2026 World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa on Thursday, a throwback to the…

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026: Mexico jail warning for England and Scotland fans as tournament kicks off

Foreign Office tells supporters they risk arrest or a £200 fine for drinking in public outside stadiums and restaurants in Mexico

Radio France Internationale

Mexico and South Africa kick off first 48-team football World Cup

Mexico and South Africa will launch the first 48-team football World Cup on Thursday with a game at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

The National (Scotland)

What time does the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony start today?

TODAY sees this summer’s World Cup kick off in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 mascots: Everything you need to know about Maple, Zayu and Clutch

First revealed back in September , the FIFA World Cup 2026 will see three different mascots, one for each host nation. Maple the Moose leads the way for Canada , Zayu the Jaguar for Mexico and Clutch the Bald Eagle for the USA . According to FIFA’s announcement, the trio…

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Mexico City metro station’s World Cup makeover divides locals as it’s branded ‘failed aesthetic’

The criticisms come in the midst of wider social unrest in Mexico City

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