According to France 24, Mexico defeated a depleted South Africa 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup's opening match at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium on Thursday. The victory marks a historic breakthrough: for the first time in World Cup history, Mexico won on the tournament's opening day, ending a streak of seven consecutive defeats. Celebrations erupted across the country.

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