Mexico defeats South Africa in World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca after scoring in ninth minute

The first of 104 World Cup matches was won by the country that hosted the start of the tournament. Mexico took down South Africa, 2-0, in Mexico City after Estadio Azteca played host to the World Cup opening ceremonies. Mexico was the better team from the jump, scoring in the ninth minute after already having two corner kicks. WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONE A pass from South Africa's goalie got away from a teammate and was picked off by Erik Lira. The ball was then taken by Julián Quiñones