MEXICO CITY (AP):Mexico made an immediate impression on the largest World Cup in history, giving the roaring home crowd at the iconic Azteca Stadium a huge jolt of excitement four years after a major disappointment.Mexico's players understood the intense pressure and high expectations they were facing yesterday in the opening match of the first 48-team World Cup tournament. But they embraced their role and got off to a winning start by beating South Africa 2-0 in a match that also produced three red cards.

MEXICO CITY, June 9 : Mexico will launch their home World Cup campaign against South Africa on Thursday under pressure to deliver the winning start fans expect at the Estadio…

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

Mexico wins 4-0 against South Africa in World Cup opener. Mexico to win Group A at 69.5% YES.