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Mexico wins World Cup opener

Reuters

June 12, 2026 10:11 am

Mexico kicked off their World Cup Group A campaign with a 2-0 victory over nine-man South Africa this morning

Julian Quiñones fired in a spectacular goal before Raúl Jiménez sealed the win with a header in a match that saw three red cards.

Meanwhile, Korea Republic will take on Czechia at 2pm, and you can watch it Live on FBC Sports.

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