The Soccer World Cup North and Central America began on the 11th local time, just after 4 a.m. on the 12th Japan time, with a match between host country Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, the capital of Mexico. For the first time in history, the North and Central American Games will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and will be held in 16 cities, with a record 48 teams participating, including Argentina, who is ranked number one in the world and is aiming for consecutive championships.