World Cup debut highlights Mexico’s win and USA’s surprising performance
In the first 24 matches of the World Cup, all 48 teams played, revealing key statistics and surprising performances. Mexico’s 2-0 win over South Africa highlighted their slow ball movement, while the USA triumphed 4-1 over Paraguay, defying predictions. With nine draws recorded, the tournament's early phase shows a trend of defensive resilience from underdogs.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 14:34 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 15:20 UTC
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