World Cup 2010

Aaron Mokoena enters the pitch prior to the World Cup's opening match between his South Africa and Mexico at Soccer City Stadium on Friday in Jo'burg.

South Africa supporters wave national flags during the opening ceremony.

Mexico had the upper hand in the early going before South Africa settled down, but Bafana Bafana failed to capitalize on this opportunity in the box.

South Africa goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune makes the save on a shot by Mexico's Guillermo Francol.

South Africa midfielder Siphiwe Tshabalala celebrates after scoring the opening goal.

Khune catches the ball as Mexico defender Rafael Marquez falls to the ground.

Rafael Marquez tries to sneak a free kick past South Africa defenders.

Marquez celebrates after scoring the tying goal as South Africa defender Aaron Mokoena, left, and Khune look on.

Mexico midfielder Gerardo Torrado (6) takes the ball away from South Africa forward Bernard Parker.

South Africa fans might have overshadowed their Mexican counterparts in noise and number, but they had to settle for a draw on the scoreboard.