The 2026 World Cup has kicked off in style, but not for all the right reasons. Hosts Mexico dominated their opponents South Africa, securing a 6-0 win in the opening match of the tournament. The game was marred by controversy, with three red cards handed out to South African players.
The match saw an emotional moment for Mexico's Raul Jimenez, who scored a goal six years after suffering a life-threatening injury. Jimenez celebrated the goal with his teammates, appearing to have tears in his eyes.
In other news, South Korea's Son Heung Min has started against Czech Republic in the second Group A match. The match is underway at 3am BST, with South Korea looking to get their campaign off to a strong start.
Former South Africa midfielder Dean Furman was critical of his team's performance, stating that 'not one player did themselves justice.' The team's young squad will look to bounce back from the defeat and prove themselves in the tournament.
The World Cup continues to captivate audiences worldwide, with many teams still to take to the pitch. As the competition heats up, fans will be eagerly watching to see how their favourite teams fare.