World Cup 2026 Mexico have never won a tournament opener in seven attempts. Against South Africa at the Azteca, El Tri aim to finally break the streak.
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Key Facts
—World Cup 2026 Mexico: El Tri have never won a World Cup opener, with five draws and two defeats in seven tries.
—Eighth time: The match against South Africa is Mexico’s eighth tournament opener.
—2010 echo: The teams drew one-all in the last World Cup opener they shared, in Johannesburg.
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