Soccer-"The sky's the limit," says Mexico's Lira after win in World Cup opener
Mexico secured a 2-0 victory against South Africa in their World Cup opening match, marking their first win in an opener after seven attempts. Despite a red card for captain Cesar Montes, the team remains optimistic about their performance in the tournament.
Why it matters
This result is significant for the host nation's morale and their standing in the World Cup group stage.
MEXICO CITY, June 11 (Reuters) - Mexico midfielder Erik Lira said the "sky is the limit" for the hosts after they overcame the emotion of opening the World Cup with a 2-0 win over South Africa at the Azteca Stadium on Thursday.
Standard sports reporting focusing on match statistics and player quotes.
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