Aguirre proud as Mexico overcome nerves to win World Cup opener against Bafana (opens original article in a new tab)

Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in their World Cup Group A opener, overcoming nerves and a red card for the visitors, with coach Javier Aguirre acknowledging areas for improvement.

• Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said his team overcame opening-match nerves after beating South Africa 2-0 in World Cup Group A opener
• Mexico scored through Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, with South Africa reduced to nine men after two red cards
• Mexico ended a seven-match World Cup opening-game losing streak and will face South Korea next