World Cup 2026: teams qualified, key players and fixtures
(In a story published on June 11, corrects entry on Egypt to say it has 7, not 78, Afcon victories)
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Mexico’s Raúl Jiménez Has Long-Awaited World Cup Moment: 'Perfect Day For Him'
Raul Jimenez finally has his star moment in a World Cup for Mexico.
Aguirre proud as Mexico overcome nerves to win World Cup opener
MEXICO CITY, June 11 : Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said his side had overcome their opening-match nerves after beating nine-man South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup Group A opener at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, but warned they still had plenty to improve.
Mexico coach Aguirre leaves veteran goalkeeper out for World Cup opener
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The History Of Mexico's Opening-Day World Cup Curse
Mexico usually hits a wall when it plays on the opening day of the World Cup.
Aguirre relives 1986 memories as Mexico prepare for World Cup opener
MEXICO CITY, June 10 : Coach Javier Aguirre drew on memories of Mexico's last home World Cup on Wednesday as he prepared to lead the hosts into the tournament opener against South Africa, four decades after taking the field as a player at the Estadio Azteca.
Hosts Mexico face South Africa under pressure to deliver in World Cup opener
MEXICO CITY, June 9 : Mexico will launch their home World Cup campaign against South Africa on Thursday under pressure to deliver the winning start fans expect at the Estadio Azteca, where the tournament returns for a third time.
Mexico thump Serbia 5-1 to complete World Cup preparations
TOLUCA, Mexico, June 4 : Mexico came from behind to beat Serbia 5-1 in their final World Cup warm-up match on Thursday, gaining momentum a week before opening the tournament on home soil.