Julian Quiñones scores the first goal of the 2026 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 World Cup opened with a match between Mexico and South Africa at the Azteca Stadium. In the ninth minute, Julian Quiñones capitalized on a poor clearance from South Africa, scoring the tournament's first goal. Quiñones, a striker for Al-Qadsiah, was the top scorer in the Saudi Pro League this season with 33 goals. This early strike gives Mexico a strong start in their opening match of the tournament. The match is currently ongoing, and further developments are expected as play continues.
- •Match taking place at Azteca Stadium
- •Julian Quiñones scored in the ninth minute
- •Quiñones is the top scorer in Saudi Pro League
- •Mexico aims for a strong World Cup performance
- •Match between Mexico and South Africa is ongoing
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 And the first goal of the 2026 World Cup is scored by...
"It’s off to a flying start!You really didn’t want to arrive late at the Azteca Stadium for the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.The host nation took full advantage of a very poor Sout...
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