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FIFA World Cup 2026: Julian Quinones, Raul Jimenez shine as Mexico continue historic run; equal clean sheet record

Mexico's impressive FIFA World Cup journey continues with a dominant 2-0 victory over Ecuador, securing their place in the Round of 16. This win marks their first knockout-stage triumph since 1986 and extends their remarkable streak of not conceding a single goal in four matches. The attacking prowess of Julian…

The Economic Times

Mexico set up potential England World Cup clash as Arsenal's Piero Hincapie sent off

Azteca awaits Three Lions if they beat DR Congo on Wednesday evening

Evening Standard

Mexico dominate Ecuador in ominous World Cup display – and England could be next

Mexico 2-0 Ecuador: The co-hosts delivered a sublime performance to delight home fans as they moved into the last-16 of the World Cup

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Mexico's Fast Start, Not Its Famous Defense, Sinks Ecuador at the Azteca

Mexico beat 10-man Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca, ending a 40-year World Cup knockout drought behind two early goals and a red-card meltdown.

Latin Times

Mexico Player Ratings vs. Ecuador: El Tri Earns First Knockout Stage Win in 40 Years

Mexico’s 2–0 victory over Ecuador in the round of 32 sent the South Americans packing.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16 and end knockout hoodoo

⁠MEXICO CITY: Mexico ⁠ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory as first-half goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured a 2-0 win over Ecuador on Tuesday, sending the co-hosts into the last 16 amid euphoric scenes at a rocking Azteca Stadium.

Bangkok Post

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico end 40-year World Cup knockout curse with commanding win over Ecuador

Mexico ended their 40-year World Cup knockout jinx with a dominant 2-0 victory over Ecuador at the iconic Azteca Stadium. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored the crucial goals, propelling the co-hosts into the round of 16. This historic win, achieved in front of a passionate home crowd, marks a…

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Mexico vs Ecuador lineups: Confirmed team news, predicted XIs, injury latest for World Cup 2026

Co-hosts face tricky test against Moises Caicedo & Co.

Evening Standard

Harry Wilson to join Leeds on free transfer in blow to Fulham

Wilson’s exit follows that of another big scorer in Raul Jimenez, while coach Marco Silva has also left Fulham

The Independent UK

Czech Republic vs Mexico World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Czech Republic need a win at Estadio Azteca but Mexico have kept back-to-back clean sheets. Our pick: Mexico to win and under 2.5 goals.

Sports Lens

Mexico vs Korea Republic FIFA World Cup 2026: Lineup, team news and other details

Mexico vs Korea Republic FIFA World Cup 2026 lineup: Mexico and South Korea clash in a vital World Cup Group A match following opening wins. Both teams aim to secure a strong position for the knockout stage, with Mexico's possession play set against South Korea's pace and counter-attacks. This fixture…

The Economic Times

Is Brazil v Haiti on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup 2026 match

Brazil face Group C minnows Haiti and need a win after drawing their opening match to Morocco

The Independent UK

How to watch Mexico vs South Korea: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as co-hosts continue FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign

Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Korea for free online and from anywhere in Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

TechRadar

Mexico vs South Korea World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Mexico vs South Korea meet in a Group A decider on June 18 at Estadio Akron. Mexico are narrow +100 favorites, but South Korea at +325 is the value angle worth exploring.

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World Cup day one highlights - Five goals, three red cards, tears of joy and the dreaded long throw

Mexico vs South Africa and South Korea vs the Czech Republic offered plenty of big moments and talking points

France 24

'Mexico, world capital of football': Papers react to World Cup debut

PRESS REVIEW – Friday, June 12: Papers discuss Mexico's "statement" World Cup win over South Africa and detail Raul Jimenez's triumph. Also: young women in New York choose to live with nuns to save on rent. Finally, for the first time, scientists have mapped the enormous scale of subterranean fungi…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026, what to know: Mexico starts with big win while the US and Canada prepare for openers

Mexico secured a 2-0 victory in their World Cup opener against South Africa. The United States and Canada are set to play their first matches today. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored for Mexico. South Korea also won, with a 2-1 against Czech republic. Fans can watch all games on…

France 24

World Cup 2026: Mexico beat South Africa in opening match

The 2026 World Cup began in Mexico City with an opening ceremony filled with colour, dancing and a performance by global music star Shakira. Julian Quinones and Premier League player Raul Jimenez scored the first goals of the tournament.

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The Independent UK

Everything you missed from day one at World Cup 2026: Jimenez’s tears, hydration break controversy and empty seats

Mexico got the World Cup underway with a 2-0 win over South Africa but the match was undermined by three red cards, while South Korea downed Czech Republic to go level with the co-hosts at the top of Group A

Euronews

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.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico beat South Africa to kick off the biggest sports tournament

Mexico began their World Cup campaign with a strong 2-0 victory over South Africa. Julian Quinones scored the tournament's first goal, followed by a header from Raul Jimenez. South Africa faced a tough match, ending with nine players after two red cards. The co-hosts' performance at the iconic Estadio Azteca…

The Independent UK

Years after skull fracture, Mexico's Raúl Jiménez has his long-awaited World Cup star moment

Raúl Jiménez finally has his star moment in a World Cup for Mexico

The Independent UK

Mexico send Fifa a telling reminder of what the World Cup must never lose

WORLD CUP 2026: After a controversial build-up to Fifa’s showpiece event, Mexico cleansed a World Cup and ensured the conversations around football will start to change. By Ed Malyon in Mexico City

Bangkok Post

Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red

MEXICO CITY - Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in a tempestuous clash with three red cards ‌as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to a cloud of red mist at the rocking Azteca Stadium.

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Mexico brush past ill-disciplined South Africa to launch World Cup party

Mexico's Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez punished an indisciplined South Africa on Thursday night in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

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