FIFA World Cup news: Hugo Broos criticises 'soft' red card as South Africa fall to Mexico in tournament opener

South Africa's FIFA World Cup campaign began with disappointment as Bafana Bafana fell to Mexico in the tournament opener, with a trio of red cards ultimately overshadowing the action on the pitch.

Playing under the bright lights of the Estadio Azteca, South Africa struggled to impose themselves for large periods of the contest as Mexico capitalised on home support and superior quality to secure an important Group A victory.