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World Cup Roundup: Mexico Breaks One Of Its Curses, South Korea Completes Comeback
- Mexico 2-0 South Africa — Raúl Jiménez finally scored his first World Cup goal in an emotional tribute to his late father, set up by Roberto Alvarado’s perfect cross.
- South Korea edged Czechia after Lee Kang-in’s creative play freed Hwang In-beom for a smart finish, and keeper Kim Seung-gyu made a crucial point-blank save late on.
- Day 1 delivered instant highlights — dramatic goals, pinpoint assists and last-minute heroics — a strong start to the tournament.
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