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Mexico secures first World Cup opener win against South Africa

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:18 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Mexico secures first World Cup opener win against South Africa

Summary

Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in their World Cup opener on June 11 at Estadio Azteca. Coach Javier Aguirre noted his players experienced stage fright and cramps but managed to control the match throughout. Historically, this victory marks Mexico's first win in an opening World Cup game after seven attempts. Following this success, Mexico will focus on their upcoming matches against South Korea and the Czech Republic, with Aguirre emphasizing a step-by-step approach rather than an obsession with winning the group.

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By the Numbers

•Mexico earns three points in World Cup Group C.
•Match marked as Mexico's first opening game victory.
•Coach Aguirre addressed team nerves and cramps during the match.
•Mexico's next opponents are South Korea and the Czech Republic.
•South Africa faces challenges after two red cards in the match.

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11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Aguirre says Mexico beat cramps and stage fright in World Cup opener

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Mexico coach Javier Aguirre revealed his team had overcome a bout of stage fright before clinching their first victory in a World Cup opener with a 2-0 defeat of South Africa on Thursday.Mexico had never won their opening game of World Cup in seven attempts, registering five defeats and two draws during their previous appearances at the tournament.
— Yahoo Sports

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