Mexico Wins World Cup Opening Match at Azteca Stadium
Mexico won the World Cup opening match in Mexico City. The game was played at Azteca Stadium.
This stadium has hosted two World Cup finals before. Julián Quiñones scored the first goal of the tournament in the 9th minute.
Mexico played against South Africa. Over 80,000 fans packed the stadium.
The opening ceremony featured Shakira, Burna Boy and J Balvin. Ticket prices were expensive.
This may have led to some empty seats. The match took place amid weeks of protests.
Teachers' unions have been protesting over pay and pensions. Other groups outside the stadium protested the cost of hosting the World Cup.
Klear Note — The World Cup is soccer's biggest tournament. It happens every four years with teams from around the world.
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- Azteca Stadium Large football stadium in Mexico City that hosted two previous World Cup finals
- teachers' unions Groups that represent teachers and fight for their pay and rights