AEW stars share World Cup favorites as tournament kicks off
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup commenced on June 11, with Mexico defeating South Africa in the opening match. AEW wrestlers expressed their predictions for the tournament, showcasing their diverse backgrounds as many are represented in the event. Rush, an AEW star, showed support for Mexico, one of the host nations, while Angelico's hope for South Africa took a hit after their loss. The AEW social media team engaged with various wrestlers for their insights and favorite teams as the competition continues.
- •Mexico beats South Africa in the tournament's opening match
- •Rush supports Mexico as a host nation for the tournament
- •Angelico's hopes for South Africa dampened after their loss
- •AEW wrestlers discuss their predictions and favorites for the competition
- 4:48 PMWrestling Inc — AEW Stars Make Predictions, Announce Favorites For 2026 World Cup
"FIFA World Cup fever has gripped AEW as the stars of the company have made their predictions on who they think will win the tournament.
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