Shakira opens the World Cup as Mexico faces South Africa and South Korea takes on Czechia, in photos

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MEXICO CITY (AP) — A star-studded opening ceremony featuring Shakira, Burna Boy and J Balvin kicked off the 2026 World Cup before a crowd of more than 80,000 at the revamped Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Mexico opened the 48-team tournament against South Africa, while South Korea faced Czechia in the other opening-day match, as the competition began amid escalating protests and social tensions in the capital.

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