
Three red cards in World Cup opener as South Africa, Mexico lose composure
South Africa had two players sent off, Mexico one, in a fiery start to the 2026 World Cup.
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South Africa had two players sent off, Mexico one, in a fiery start to the 2026 World Cup.

Reigning European champions Spain were held to a goalless draw by tournament debutants Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup opener.

In Los Angeles, the largest Iranian diaspora community gathered for watch parties during Iran's World Cup opener.

Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick, equalling the all-time scoring record as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City.

Iran coach says team forced to leave Los Angeles right after match due to political tensions

Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw calls on the diaspora in New York to support the team in their World Cup opener against France on Tuesday.

Manchester United's Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 win over Ecuador in their World Cup opener.

Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored as Australia defeated Türkiye 2-0 to join USMNT atop Group D.

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss the 2026 World Cup opener against Panama after visa refusal.

The 29-year-old forward will leave St Mary's after his contract was not extended, just before Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti.

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre says he feels privileged to face the pressure of opening the World Cup at home.