Mexico against South Africa is first match
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With Mariachi costumes, trumpets, and a sea of dark green support, Mexico City prepared to open the World Cup on Thursday, as fans packed the famous Azteca stadium ahead of the opening game between Mexico and South Africa,
The 2026 World Cup begins in Mexico City on Thursday. Never before have soccer fans been treated to a World Cup tournament on this scale, with Mexico joining forces alongside the United States and Canada to host it.
