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Mexico opens WC with win after record 3 red cards

Co-host Mexico got off to a victorious start, beating South Africa 2-0 as the largest World Cup in history kicked off Thursday at Mexico City's famed Estadio Azteca.

Published June 11, 2026, 10:11 PM

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Mexico opens WC with win after record 3 red cards

Co-host Mexico got off to a victorious start, beating South Africa 2-0 as the largest World Cup in history kicked off Thursday at Mexico City's famed Estadio Azteca.

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Mexico opens WC with win after record 3 red cards

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