Mexico kick off World Cup with win over South Africa amid three red cards

Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener, marking their first win in an opening match after seven previous attempts. The match was highly physical, resulting in three red cards issued by the referee.
Why it matters
This result is a significant milestone for the co-hosts in a major international sporting tournament.
Mexico’s misery in World Cup opening games was finally ended as they secured a 2-0 win over South Africa at the Estadio Azteca in a match featuring three red cards.
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