Chinese fans stay up late for World Cup opener
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Cui Meng is an experienced photographer covering natural disasters and crises, such as Wenchuan earthquake and Wuhan lockdown.

Cui Meng
, Published: 2026/6/12 7:35:55
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Editor's Note:
Chinese football fans stayed up late into the early hours of Friday at a bar in Beijing to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match between Mexico and South Africa. The match saw tournament co-host Mexico defeat nine-man South Africa 2-0. Photos: Cui Meng/GT

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