Julian Quinones has become the first goalscorer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after finding the net in Mexico’s opening match of the tournament.
The Mexico international was named in the starting lineup as the hosts faced South Africa on Thursday night at Estadio Azteca.
Mexico started brightly, taking the initiative and pushing forward in search of an early breakthrough in front of their home fans.
The opening goal arrived in the ninth minute following a defensive error from South Africa. Quiñones reacted quickest inside the penalty area and finished calmly to give Mexico the lead.
The goal sparked celebrations around the stadium and ensured the Al-Qadsiah striker etched his name into the history books as the first scorer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
