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June 11, 2026
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MEXICO CITY, Mexico (AFP) — South Africa Coach Hugo Broos has challenged his players to block out an expected wall of sound on Thursday when they take on co-hosts Mexico in their World Cup opener.
Broos, 74, will be making an emotional return to the Estadio Azteca when he leads South Africa into their daunting Group A assignment in Mexico City.
South Africa’s players take part in a pitch recognition at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City on Wednesday on the eve of the FIFA World Cup opening match against Mexico. (Photo: AFP)
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