That decision was a clear one but the second red card, which came in the 84th minute, was more controversial. As Mexico looked to work their way into the box from the left wing, South Africa's Themba Zwane got into a grappling contest with Roberto Alvarado.

Tensions are flaring up outside the stadium hosting the World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico as the Mexico v South Africa game kicked off. Protesters were seen throwing rocks and other projectiles at riot police stationed at the entrance eight leading into the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.

Alongside Nora Fatehi, the Toronto ceremony featured a lineup of internationally acclaimed artists, including Alessia Cara, Jessie Reyez, and Michael Bublé.

Singer-songwriter EJAE, who performed the hit song “Golden” from the popular animated film “KPop Demon Hunters,” joined renowned Italian tenor

TORONTO - Alanis Morissette is set to have soccer fans head over feet as she performs at Canada’s opening ceremony ahead of its first FIFA World Cup game on home