Quinones scores first 2026 World Cup goal as Burna Boy opens ceremony

Mexico's Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup in the tournament's first match against South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Thursday. The game kicked off after an opening ceremony that entertained the 80,000-strong crowd with performances by Nigerian star Burna Boy, Colombian singer Shakira and other artists.

For Nigerian audiences, seeing Burna Boy featured on such a global stage underscores the country's rising cultural influence, while the goal marks the start of a tournament that fans across Africa will follow closely. The early goal also sets an energetic tone for the competition hosted by Mexico.

If you missed the live action, highlights and replays will be available through official FIFA broadcasters and sports streaming platforms. Keep an eye on upcoming fixtures involving African nations to see how they perform in this World Cup, and stay tuned for further updates as the tournament progresses.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/06/11/mexicos-julian-quinones-scores-first-goal-of-the-world-cup/