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FIFA World Cup 2026 Stats Mexico vs South Africa first match: Full time score, goal scorers, match statistics and what the results mean

FIFA World Cup 2026 Stats: Mexico began their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant 2-0 victory over South Africa at the Estadio Azteca. Julin Quiones and Ral Jimnez scored the goals, securing Mexico's first World Cup opener win in seven attempts. The match also saw a record three red cards, with South Africa finishing with nine men.