In a surprising turn during the World Cup opener, many Africans took to social media to support Mexico over South Africa, sparking a debate on xenophobia and national pride.

As the tournament kicks off, cohosts Mexico face South Africa in a replay of the 2010 edition's opening game.

Mexico hosts South Africa in a repeat of the opening fixture from the 2010 World Cup.

‘The reality is Mexico is the best team in the group,’ says coach Hugo Broos ahead of opening match

History has a way of repeating itself at the FIFA World Cup, and that is certainly the case for Mexico and South Africa, who will meet in the tournament's opening match for the…

By Denis Agbo The Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly and former South-East Spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Denge Josef Onoh,…

The largest World Cup in tournament history kicks off with co-host Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match.

Follow CNN Sports’ live coverage of the World Cup’s opening day as Mexico and South Africa take to the pitch in this global festival of soccer.

Mexico beat South Africa 4-0 in the 2026 World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca, rewriting their 2010 draw and signaling serious title contention as co-hosts.

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in the opening match of the largest World Cup in tournament history. Amid escalating protests and social...

The largest World Cup in tournament history kicked off Thursday with co-hosts Mexico taking an early lead against South Africa in the opening match. Amid...

The 2026 World Cup officially kicks off with co-host Mexico securing an early advantage over South Africa. Get details on the opening game, controversies,

With a capacity crowd of 80,824 watching at the iconic Azteca Stadium, co-host Mexico started the largest World Cup tournament in history by getting goals in each half while three…

In tonight's edition, the World Cup kicks off with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in front of 80,000 fans at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Also, as Africa sends the…

Co-hosts begin tournament on winning note to get 2026 finals party started in front of 80,824 largely ecstatic fans.

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMexico beat South Africa 2-0 in a match that…

Mexico secured a 2-0 victory over South Africa in a dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup opener, marked by three red cards. Read the match details here.

Mexico triumphed over South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca, with goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, amid South Africa’s two red cards and an…

American flag met with chorus of boos during opening ceremony at the Azteca

Mexico kicked off the 2026 FIFA World Cup in emphatic fashion, defeating South Africa 2-0 before a packed Estadio Azteca on Thursday.

Mexico kicked off the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over South Africa, showcasing strong performance and dramatic moments.