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World Cup Opening Game Shows Three Red Cards

Updated 2026-06-11 21:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

The opening game of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City saw referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio issue three red cards to players from South Africa and Mexico.

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Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio shows red cards to South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane as well as Mexico's Cesar Montes during the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium.
2026-06-11 21:30 UTC
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