opening

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It has never won a tournament opener, with a record of 0-5-2, including a 1-1 draw against South Africa in the opening match of the 2010 World Cup in Johannesburg.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“Without his engagement and his involvement, it would have been impossible to organize a World Cup in the United States,” Infantino said ahead of the opening game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Tuchel was unhappy with England's lack of intensity in their opening friendly against New Zealand in Tampa, the 1-0 win effectively a glorified training session as he fielded two different teams in each half.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“We will at the same time ensure that the celebration of the World Cup opening goes well, peacefully and calmly,” Ms. Sheinbaum said Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Jonah wondered if that also applied to boys opening locked safes and looking at secret papers.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix