2026 World Cup group stage begins with Mexico vs South Africa today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today, June 11, with Mexico facing South Africa at 3 p.m. ET at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The match will be broadcast on FOX and streamed for free on Tubi. Later tonight, South Korea takes on Czechia at 10 p.m. ET at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, airing on FS1. The opening ceremony, featuring performances from Shakira and Burna Boy, will precede the Mexico game at 1:30 p.m. ET on FOX and Telemundo.
- •Mexico vs South Africa starts at 3 p.m. ET today.
- •Opening ceremony features Shakira and Burna Boy.
- •South Korea plays Czechia at 10 p.m. ET tonight.
- •Matches available on FOX, FS1, and various streaming platforms.
- •Group stage format could influence knockout round placements.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup daily: How to watch all of today's games, Thursday, June 11 match schedule, free streaming info, and more
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