Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

DARK SECRETS: Julian quinones | Vintage Vibes

Julián Quiñones, Blackness in Mexico and the complexities of national identity

Two years ago, Quiñones was the target of racist chants by fans. Now, hailed as a hero in that same country, he’s challenging expectations of race and identity

The Guardian - US

The 2026 World Cup team of the tournament so far (without the superstars)

We pick an XI of players who have impressed during the initial rounds of games in Canada, the US and Mexico

The Guardian - UK

Defense and Patience: How Mexico Beat South Korea Without Dominating

Luis Romo's goal off a keeper error beats South Korea 1-0, sending Mexico top of Group A and first into the World Cup 2026 knockouts.

Latin Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

2026 World Cup: The 12 Best Individual Performances of First Group Games

Many of the big names stepped up in the tournament’s opening matches.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico vs. South Korea—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Mexico or South Korea can book their place in the last 32 with victory.

Sports Illustrated

15 World Cup Superstars Who Could Have Represented Different Nations

Some of the tournament’s top stars might’ve lined up in different colors.

Sports Illustrated

How Merlin the duck became Mexico’s viral World Cup ‘mascot’

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez may have scored for Mexico, but Merlin the duck stole the show

The Independent UK

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Mexico Opens the 2026 World Cup With a 2–0 Win Over South Africa — and Three Red Cards

Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored, while three players were sent off in a match that made World Cup history.

Latin Times

Mexico beats South Africa and Czechia loses to South Korea in World Cup opening matches

Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the tournament after nine minutes and 35-year-old striker Raúl Jiménez headed in Mexico's second goal in a 2-0 opening game against South Africa that produced three red cards.

Euronews

FIFA World Cup 2026 Stats Mexico vs South Africa first match: Full time score, goal scorers, match statistics and what the result means for standings

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. Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored the goals, securing Mexico's first World Cup opener win in seven attempts. The match also saw a record three…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Mexico vs South Africa highlights: Who won between Mex and SA in the dramatic 2026 opener? Check key moments, red cards and more

Mexico vs South Africa World Cup: Mexico kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant 2-0 victory over South Africa at the Estadio Azteca. Julián Quiñones scored the tournament's first goal, followed by a header from Raúl Jiménez, ending Mexico's long opening-match winless streak. The game was…

The Economic Times

Mexico Player Ratings vs. South Africa: World Cup Curse Emphatically Snapped

Javier Aguirre’s men got off to a dream start on home soil.

Sports Illustrated

Raúl Jiménez seals Mexico’s win against nine-man South Africa in World Cup opener

Julián Quiñones was also on target with a ninth-minute opener in Mexico’s 2-0 win against South Africa, who had Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane sent off

The Guardian - UK

The Four Biggest Question Marks for Mexico Ahead of 2026 World Cup Opener

Aguirre's decision-making could be the difference in Mexico having a historic 2026 World Cup performance.

Sports Illustrated

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Sports Illustrated

Three Takeaways From Mexico’s Pre-World Cup Friendlies, Why Excitement Is Growing

Mexico is peaking at the perfect time, playing the best soccer of the Javier Aguirre era entering the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico vs. Serbia—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

El Tri is looking to make a statement in its final friendly match before the start of the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico vs. Belgium Player Ratings: Encouraging Draw Boosts El Tri’s World Cup Mood

A very competitive version of El Tri showed up to the final game before the start of the 2026 World Cup camp.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico vs. Belgium—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

El Tri faces another formidable European foe as World Cup preparations intensify.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico vs. Portugal Player Ratings: Cristiano Ronaldo Absence Stings

El Tri’s defense once again rose to the occasion but it remains a very limited side in attack.

Sports Illustrated

German Berterame Reflects on 2026 World Cup Chance After MLS Move Sparks Doubt

The Mexican striker left Liga MX for Inter Miami during the January transfer window.

Sports Illustrated

Road to 2026 World Cup: Mexico’s Four Best Players of the Week—Ranked

Two prolific El Tri attackers continued their stellar start of 2026 this weekend.

Sports Illustrated

Road to World Cup 2026: Mexico’s Four Best Players of the Week—Ranked

El Tri made its 2026 debut with two friendly matches vs. Panama and Bolivia in the past week.

Sports Illustrated

Road to World Cup 2026: Mexico’s Five Best Players of the Week—Ranked

Many players fighting for a spot in Mexico’s World Cup roster have been phenomenal in the early days of 2026.

The Guardian - UK

Brendan Rodgers faces lofty demands on well-trodden path to Saudi Arabia

The latest Liverpool alumnus to join Saudi Pro League will not have to worry about a lack of funds at the Aramco-backed Al-Qadsiah

Sports Illustrated

Liga MX Finals: Last 10 Results, Champions

Seven teams have conquered the Liga MX title since the start of the decade.

1 2

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.