Mexico, South Africa, Julian Quiñones, Raul Jimenez
11 June 2026
Mexico opened the World Cup with a 2-0 win over South Africa at Estadio Azteca, securing their first victory in a tournament opener. Julian Quiñones scored early before Raul Jimenez sealed the result with a second-half header.
The match carried major history as Estadio Azteca became the first venue to host three World Cups. Three red cards added chaos, with South Africa reduced to nine men and Cesar Montes also dismissed late for Mexico.