Top 10 games, groups of death: All to know about the FIFA World Cup draw
Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.

Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.

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