Mexican boxing icon Canelo Alvarez was in attendance at the World Cup opener between South Africa and Mexico.
The Mexico vs. South Africa game was held Thursday, June 11 at Estadio Azteca.
Mexico began its three-match run in Group A.
Mexico is the favorite in its group, which also includes South Korea and Czechia. This is their starting lineup for their opening match.
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The 35-year-old Alvarez is expected back in the ring in September vs. Christian Mbilli in a super middleweight fight. Alvarez is 63-3-2 as a pro.
Canelo is 35 years old
Guadalajara, Jalisco, México.
Felix F. Chavez can be reached at fchavez@elpasotimes.com; @Fchavezeptimes on X
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