| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Emotional | When someone is feeling very strong feelings. |
| Red Card | A penalty in soccer that means a player must leave the game for the rest of the match. |
| Estadio Azteca | A very large soccer stadium in Mexico City, one of the most famous in the world. |
Mexico’s soccer team, known as El Tri, had an exciting start to the World Cup with a 2-0 win against South Africa. The match took place at Mexico’s Estadio Azteca. This World Cup is the first with 48 teams, and Mexico is a host along with the United States and Canada.
The game began with a goal by Julián Quiñones, who scored after a South African player made a mistake. Later in the match, Raúl Jiménez scored Mexico’s second goal, which was his first-ever World Cup goal. This made him very emotional, and he celebrated by pointing to the sky. The match was also notable for having three red cards.
Mexico has high hopes for this tournament and might advance to the next rounds if they continue to play well. They are in Group A with South Korea and Czechia. The win against South Africa gives Mexico a good chance of moving on in the competition.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Goal | Gol |
| Champion | Campeón |
| Stadium | Estadio |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think the World Cup is an important event for countries?
- What does it mean when a player gets a red card in soccer?
- How can hosting the World Cup be special for a country like Mexico?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- Describe how Mexico won the game against South Africa.
- What are some challenges teams might face in a big tournament like the World Cup?
