Mexico began their World Cup in the best way, securing a comfortable win over South Africa with three red cards shown as the atmosphere inside the Estadio Azteca reached fever pitch following the opening ceremony
Mexico enjoy ideal World Cup start as Raul Jimenez holds back tears in front of star cast
Mexico began their World Cup in the best way, securing a comfortable win over South Africa with three red cards shown as the atmosphere inside the Estadio Azteca reached fever pitch following the opening ceremony
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Samuel Meade Sports Brand Writer
22:04, 11 Jun 2026
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