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Mexico struck first against South Africa in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 through Julian Quinones, who capitalized on a costly mistake while
pressing high up the pitch. A misplaced pass out from the back left the defense exposed, allowing the Colombian-born forward to race through on goal. Quinones kept his composure and fired a powerful finish past the goalkeeper to score the tournament's opening goal and hand Mexico an early lead.
THE FIRST GOAL OF THE WORLD CUP BY SAUDI LEAGUE TOP SCORER JULIAN QUIÑONES! 🎯pic.twitter.com/62vPTJgaNu
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Quinones, who is the top scorer of the Saudi Pro League this season, had another opportunity to score a goal shortly after, but the ball went past the net.
