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Violent clashes mar Mexico's World Cup opening match

Violent clashes erupted outside the Estadio Azteca on Thursday night, marring the opening match of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. Riot police deployed tear gas after coming under attack from projectiles, overshadowing co-hosts Mexico's subsequent victory on the pitch as long-standing local political tensions spilled over into the tournament's security perimeter.

Czech Republic vs South Africa FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of Czech Republic vs South Africa at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

Quiñones makes World Cup statement, Montes baffles with red card

Mexico made history in their World Cup opener, but Cesar Montes’ red card left a sour note. GOAL breaks down the winners and losers from El Tri’s 2-0 win.

Where to watch South Africa today?

Find out where to watch the South Africa national team throughout FIFA World Cup 2026.

South Africa FIFA World Cup 2026 kits revealed

Classic inspiration meets modern flair in South Africa’s 2026 kits.

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations will make debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan set to grace the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It will be the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and all will have ambitions of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
12	Lamphun Warrior	30	4	17	9	35	47	-12	29	D D D L W
13	Sukhothai FC	30	6	10	14	23	42	-19	28	W L L D L
14	Muang Thong United	30	6	8	16	27	52	-25	26	L D D W W
15	Nakhon Ratchasima FC	30	6	6	18	20	44	-24	24	L W L L W
16	Kanchanaburi Power	30	4	11	15	29	54	-25	23	L D L L L

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