Mexico vs South Africa
Full time
Match summary
Mexico got the World Cup started with a bang in front of a roaring home crowd.
Julian Quinones struck early in the 9th minute to settle the nerves.
Raul Jimenez doubled the lead in the second half, and South Africa never found a way back.
A clean, confident 2-0 win for the hosts.
Key moments
- ⚽ 9' Quiñones (Mexico)
- ⚽ 67' Jiménez (Mexico)
- Date
- Thursday, June 11
- Kickoff Time
- 13:00 (Mexico City time)
- Stage
- Group stage, Group A
- Stadium
- Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
- Attendance
- 80,824
- Referee
- Wilton Sampaio (Brazil)