17-Year-Old Gilberto Mora Makes World Cup History in Mexico's Win vs. South Africa
Summary
Mexico won their first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, beating South Africa 2-0 at Estadio Azteca. Seventeen-year-old Gilberto Mora made history by becoming the youngest player ever to play for Mexico and any host nation at a World Cup.Key Facts
- Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Julian Quinones scored the first goal of the tournament in the 9th minute.
- Raul Jimenez scored Mexico’s second goal with a header in the 67th minute.
- Gilberto Mora entered the game as a substitute at 17 years and 240 days old.
- Mora broke a nearly 100-year-old record as the youngest Mexican World Cup player.
- Mora also became the youngest player ever to represent a World Cup host nation.
- Mora plays for Club Tijuana in Mexico’s top league (Liga MX) and recently signed a new three-year contract.
- Top European clubs like Real Madrid and PSG are interested in Mora due to his talent.
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