2026 World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs. South Africa matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:27 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins today, featuring an opening match between Mexico and South Africa at 3 p.m. ET. This tournament is noted for being the largest in history with more teams and host cities. The U.S. men's national team secured an automatic spot, playing under coach Mauricio Pochettino, who emphasized a winning mindset. Key discussions surrounding the tournament include the potential for the U.S. to advance past the round of 16 and the high ticket prices for matches.
- •Tournament kicks off today at 3 p.m. ET.
- •Mexico faces South Africa in the opening match.
- •U.S. men's national team qualifies automatically as a host.
- •Discussions around U.S. team's performance and ticket prices are prevalent.
- •Pochettino leads the team with a focus on winning.
- 11:27 AMYahoo Sports — Your cheat sheet for the 2026 World Cup
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