2026 FIFA World Cup opens with Mexico vs. South Africa match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, featuring a historic 48 national teams. The opening match between Mexico and South Africa is set to take place at the iconic Azteca Stadium, revisiting their first match from the 2010 World Cup that ended in a draw. Alongside this, South Korea faces the Czech Republic later in the evening. The tournament, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, will include 104 matches across 16 cities, with Brazil set to debut against Morocco on June 13.
- •2026 World Cup starts on June 11 at Azteca Stadium.
- •Mexico plays South Africa in the opening match.
- •Tournament features 48 teams, with 104 matches scheduled.
- •Brazil aims for its sixth World Cup title this year.
- •USA and Canada begin their campaigns on June 12.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup starts this Thursday
"World Cup trophy: the object of desire for 48 national teamsCredits: Omar Vega - FIFA/FIFA via Getty ImagesThe 2026 FIFA World Cup finally kicks off this Thursday (11), after about three and a half ye...
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