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Mexico vs South Africa, FIFA World Cup: MEX clinch 2-0 victory in opener, referee shows 3 red cards - Action in images
FIFA World Cup 2026: Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored for Mexico as the co-hosts defeated South Africa in the tournament opener.
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During the opening ceremony, Shakira performed the official song.(AFP)
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Mexico made a dream start as Julian Quinones opened the scoring early.(AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko)
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The hosts dominated possession and chances throughout the first half.(AFP)
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South Africa's hopes suffered a major blow when Sitole was shown a red card in the second half, reducing the visitors to 10 men.(REUTERS)
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Raul Jimenez capitalised on Mexico's superiority, doubling the lead with a clinical finish to make it 2-0. (AFP)
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The match descended into chaos as South Africa's Zwane was also sent off before Mexico defender Cesar Montes received a red card of his own.(REUTERS)
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