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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

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

Merlin the duck continues to steal the show at the World Cup for Mexico

The Independent UK

Why U.S. Broadcaster Won’t Be Punished for ‘Breaking’ World Cup Rule

U.S. viewers missed about 10 seconds of Mexico’s win over South Africa on Thursday.

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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

A Victory 16 Years in the Making: Mexico Rediscovers Its ‘Unconditional’ Support

The opening game of the 2026 World Cup will live on forever in Mexican soccer history as a day of elation.

Sports Illustrated

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…

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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

U.S. Broadcaster Accused of ‘Breaking’ World Cup Rule in Mexico vs. South Africa

The only English-language broadcast of the World Cup in the U.S. has come under scrutiny after just one match.

Sports Illustrated

Four Takeaways As Emotional Raul Jimenez Moment Marks Mexico’s Opening Win

El Tri started the 2026 World Cup on home turf as brilliantly as anticipated.

Sports Illustrated

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

Mexico National Football Team: Who Could Play At The FIFA World Cup 2026?

As hosts of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico aims to leverage home advantage and recent form to top Group A, featuring a mix of seasoned players and emerging talent.

International Business Times UK

Mexico 2-0 South Africa LIVE: Watch World Cup 2026 opener, free streams, team news

Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Africa from anywhere as the World Cup begins in Mexico City.

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The Guardian - UK

Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup

It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although the co-hosts are not optimistic

Sports Illustrated

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

Mexico hosts South Africa in a repeat of the opening fixture from the 2010 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico Predicted Lineup vs. South Africa: World Cup Group A

Mexico enters its World Cup opener against South Africa injury-free and in red-hot form.

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.

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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 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, Historic Inclusions

A historic summer could be on the cards for El Tri.

Latin Times

MEET Armando 'La Hormiga' González, Mexico's Not So Secret Weapon for the World Cup

Javier Aguirre, who will coach Mexico at a World Cup for the third time, said in March that González's future is bright and that he has the talent to "bring a lot of joy" to Mexican soccer.

Sports Illustrated

Premier League Goal of the Season Nominees 2025–26—Ranked

There are 10 players from nine different clubs up for the award.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico 2026 World Cup Preview: Host Nation Looking to Restore National Pride

Mexico is hoping for a fairytale home World Cup performance, but avoiding a second straight humiliating group exit is perhaps an even bigger priority.

Space

'Cannibal stars,' AI and the Rubin Observatory could shed light on the mystery of dark energy. Here's how

Using AI and Rubin Observatory data, scientists are rethinking Type 1a supernova "standard candles," hunting for "unknown unknowns" that could lead us to missing ingredients in our recipe of the cosmos and solve the puzzle of dark energy.

Sports Illustrated

Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Fulham: Saka Ends 500-Day Wait at Perfect Time

The returning talisman was back at his best in a comfortable win which widened the gap at the Premier League summit.

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