"The sky's the limit," says Mexico's Lira after win in World Cup opener - Reuters
"The sky's the limit," says Mexico's Lira after win in World Cup opener Reuters
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"The sky's the limit."
— Lira , Athlete
"This was an emotionally difficult match because we don’t experience something like this many times in life."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"The sky is the limit. We’re not going to settle for anything."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"The sky is the limit. We're not going to settle for anything."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"This was an emotionally difficult match because we don't experience something like this many times in life."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"The sky is the limit. We're not going to settle for anything."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"This was an emotionally difficult match because we don't experience something like this many times in life."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"It was important to get the three points and luckily we managed to do that."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
"The sky's the limit."
— Erik Lira , Athlete
Key People
Mexican soccer player involved in a red card incident against South Africa.
Cesar Montes is a Mexican football player who received a red card in the World Cup opener.
César Montes is a Mexican soccer player who was shown a red card during the opening match of the World Cup.
Erik Lira is a Mexican soccer player known for his defensive skills.
Julian Quinones is a Mexican soccer player known for scoring goals in crucial matches.
Julián Quiñones is a winger for the Mexican national soccer team.
Lira is a player representing Mexico in the World Cup.
Raul Jimenez is a Mexican striker formerly with Wolves, currently in talks for a return to the club.
Raúl Jiménez is a Mexican football striker known for his remarkable comeback after a life-threatening head injury.
Roberto Alvarado is a Mexican professional soccer player playing as a forward.
Themba Zwane is a South African player who was sent off during the match.
Yaya Sithole is a South African midfielder who made his World Cup debut in 2026.
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<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqAFBVV95cUxPdGtUcU9kVHhlUDdHeXlHTE5Wd1BnbmlwUDVHdWdfWXNsYkwyT0NaS1llT01TMlg5SnUzOFdCVlZUb1JaamxDbFdLV1hDWHNPdV9CVnVKRGdXSXpleHNVYzJkVmZQeGNKNTZpbU1yWXpoT0ZCX01oUEFBTEVwQmFuTDVyZ1JkZExBNXJ6WHFqNFdLYkxmRkY0d01pRm1VWHE3T053WDh0Xzc?oc=5" target="_blank">"The sky's the limit," says Mexico's Lira after win in World Cup opener</a> <font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>
Mexico midfielder Erik Lira expressed high hopes for the team after their 2-0 victory over South Africa in the World Cup opener, emphasizing the team's potential and determination.
Erik Lira highlighted Mexico's strong start in the World Cup, stating that the team's potential is limitless following their 2-0 win over South Africa.
Mexico began their World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over South Africa at Estadio Azteca, scoring early in the ninth minute and maintaining control throughout the match.
Mexico's Erik Lira expressed confidence in the team's future after their 2-0 victory over South Africa in the World Cup opener, emphasizing their high potential.
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