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Mexico Defeats South Africa 2-0, Jiménez Scores 46th

6/13/2026

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Mexico Triumphs

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 at Estadio Azteca, earning three points.
Julián Quiñones scored in the ninth minute, the tournament’s first goal.
Raúl Jiménez headed second goal in the 66th minute, his 46th for Mexico.
South Africa received red cards for Sphephelo Sithole (49’) and Themba Zwane (84’) while Mexico’s César Montes was sent off in stoppage time.
Gilberto Mora entered at 17 years, becoming Mexico’s youngest World Cup player.

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Zwane Redcarded

Sphephelo Sithole, Themba Zwane and César Montes each received red cards and face a one-match ban.
FIFA applied its five-second rule, three-minute hydration breaks and ten-second substitution limit, and referee Wilton Sampaio gave three yellows alongside three reds.
VAR reviewed Zwane’s clash with Roberto Alvarado, overturned the call and sparked criticism of video assistance.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos called Zwane’s dismissal unjust and said it hurt his side’s chances.

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Mexico Triumphs

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 at Estadio Azteca, earning three points.
Julián Quiñones scored in the ninth minute, the tournament’s first goal.
Raúl Jiménez headed second goal in the 66th minute, his 46th for Mexico.
South Africa received red cards for Sphephelo Sithole (49’) and Themba Zwane (84’) while Mexico’s César Montes was sent off in stoppage time.
Gilberto Mora entered at 17 years, becoming Mexico’s youngest World Cup player.

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