Mexico begins FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with cictory over South Africa, co-host nation Mexico made a winning start to the FIFA World Cup 2026, defeating South Africa 2–0 in the tournament’s opening match at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Mexico controlled the game and secured a comfortable victory in front of home supporters, earning three valuable points to begin their World Cup campaign on a positive note.
The win gives Mexico an early advantage in the group stage as the tournament gets underway.
