Mexico dominated Group Stage Round 1 against South Africa at Estadio Banorte, securing a commanding 2-0 victory. Julián Quiñones opened the scoring in the ninth minute, setting an early tone that the hosts controlled throughout. Raúl Jiménez sealed the result with a 67th-minute goal. Mexico's superiority was evident across the pitch: they maintained 61 percent possession, attempted 16 shots to South Africa's three, and completed passes at a 90 percent rate. Quiñones earned player-of-the-match honors with an 8.7 rating. The win propels Mexico to nine points and a qualified status in Group A, while South Africa remains alive on four points with qualification still within reach despite the defeat and a pair of red card dismissals.