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Why does Raul Jimenez wear a headband? The story behind the Mexico star’s signature accessory

Being Mexico's star in the 2026 World Cup, Raul Jimenez keeps using his headband after his traumatic episode.
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Video: Julian Quinones scores first 2026 World Cup goal for Mexico against South Africa

In the Mexico vs. South Africa game, Julian Quinones scored the first goal of the 2026 World Cup edition.
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Lamine Yamal back in Spain training as careful 2026 World Cup comeback plan emerges

Spain enters the tournament among the favorites to lift the trophy, but much of the spotlight has centered on the teenage sensation after weeks of uncertainty surrounding his recovery from injury.
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Who is EJAE, the K-pop artist singing alongside Andrea Bocelli on FIFA’s official World Cup song?

Prior to the kickoff of the 2026 World Cup game between Mexico and South Africa, Andrea Bocelli took the stage with K-pop artist EJAE.
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Argentina confirm final 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup: Senesi joins Messi’s team after Balerdi injury

Argentina’s preparations for its first 2026 World Cup match have taken an unexpected turn, with Marcos Senesi becoming a central figure in a late squad reshuffle just days before Lionel Messi and the reigning world champion begin their title defense.
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Why isn’t Edson Alvarez playing for Mexico in 2026 World Cup opening game against South Africa?

With the official lineups released for the opening game of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa, Edson Alvarez's absence in the starting XI raised questions among the fans
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Why aren’t Guillermo Ochoa and Santiago Gimenez starting for Mexico vs South Africa in the 2026 World Cup opening game?

Guillermo Ochoa and Santiago Gimenez are not part of Mexico’s starting lineup against South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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What was the first song performed at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony?

The 2026 World Cup is kicking off, with Mana being the first band to make the crowd move with the first song in the opening ceremony.
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Who is Gilberto Mora? Age, club, stats, and €20M release clause for Mexico’s youngest 2026 World Cup player

Gilberto Mora is one of Mexico’s brightest hopes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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South Africa 2026 World Cup preview: Squad breakdown, key player, and tactical analysis

Full preview of South Africa for the 2026 World Cup, including squad breakdown, key players, and tactical analysis of their chances.
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Who is Alejandro Fernández, the singer performing the Mexican anthem at the 2026 World Cup opening match?

Alejandro Fernández has been officially confirmed by FIFA as the artist who will perform the Mexican national anthem at the 2026 World Cup opening match.
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Julian Quiñones and Raul Jimenez power Mexico to a 2-0 victory over South Africa in three red-card 2026 World Cup opener

Although the game started off fairly even, Mexico ended up defeating South Africa in a decisive victory. While Julian Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez shone as goal scorers, the three red cards stole the show.
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Why Diego Lainez is missing the 2026 World Cup for Mexico

Despite once being regarded as one of Mexico's brightest prospects, Diego Lainez has been left out of the 2026 World Cup squad. While he is an undisputed starter for Tigres UANL, head coach Javier Aguirre has decided not to include him in his plans since January 2026.
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Estadio Azteca capacity: How many fans will attend Mexico vs South Africa 2026 World Cup opener?

Mexico and South Africa will kick off the 2026 World Cup at the historic Estadio Azteca, where a massive capacity crowd is expected to pack the stands.
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Lionel Messi has one last piece of history to conquer with Argentina as he looks to end record-breaking 96-year-old curse at 2026 World Cup

The reigning world champion arrives in North America as one of the leading contenders for the trophy, but there is an intriguing statistic hanging over the tournament that has captured the attention of supporters across the globe.