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2-0 victory for Mexico in dramatic World Cup opening match against South Africa

Euronews · Jun 12, 2026, 3:25 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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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.

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