Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano is a quick, direct winger and one of Mexico's most important attackers. He made his name at PSV and Napoli before moving to MLS side San Diego FC. He is remembered for scoring the winning goal against Germany at the 2018 World Cup.
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Scored the winner against defending champions Germany at the 2018 World Cup.
With the opening group fixtures played, the three co-hosts—USA, Mexico, and Canada—have each taken the stage, but their starts have been anything but identical. SportNationHQ analyses which host nation has made the strongest argument for home advantage. Early results range from emphatic wins to nervy draws, setting the stage for a fascinating group battle.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has kicked off with Mexico edging South Korea 2-1 at the iconic Estadio Azteca. With 48 teams, three host countries and 16 cities, this is the biggest World Cup in history. Here is what the opening matches told us and what to expect next.