Mexico and a history of playing in repeat World Cup opening fixtures | The Knowledge

“The opening match of the year’s World Cup is Mexico v South Africa,” notes Matt Reilly. “This was also the first game of South Africa’s World Cup in 2010. Is this the first time that an opening match of a World Cup has featured the same two teams as a previous tournament? If not, what is the most common opening fixture of a World Cup?” The hosts South Africa drew 1-1 with Mexico in the opening game of the 2010 edition. …