Match ThreadPosted by u/AztecaFaithful· 1d ago

🚨 Match Day 1: the World Cup kicks off TODAY at Estadio Azteca!

After 4 years of waiting, it's finally here. Opening ceremony this afternoon, host nation kicks off shortly after. Drop your score predictions below — and who do you think scores the tournament's first goal?

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6 Comments

u/AztecaFaithful· 1d ago

Been waiting 4 YEARS for this. Stadium looks absolutely packed already 😭

u/Canada_CWC· 1d ago

Same energy here for the Canada and US matches. Three host nations makes this feel extra special.

u/PredictionsPete· 1d ago

My score prediction: 2-0. Hosts come out fast in front of their home crowd.

u/SkepticalSam· 1d ago

Bold — I think nerves show early and it's tighter than that. 1-1 for me.

u/GoalMachine10· 1d ago

First goal of the tournament — calling it inside the first 15 minutes.

u/RefereeWatch· 1d ago

Anyone know if they're using the new semi-automated offside tech for every match or just knockouts?