FIFA World Cup 2026 opens with Mexico facing South Africa
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 23rd FIFA World Cup begins today at 3 p.m. ET in Mexico City, with the host nation Mexico taking on South Africa at Azteca Stadium. Mexico comes into the tournament with strong recent form, having won both the Nations League and Gold Cup in recent weeks, and aims for a strong start. South Africa enters the match as an unknown factor, featuring players who could become breakout stars during the tournament. While the match is set to kick off shortly, the performances of both teams in their opening game will set the tone for their World Cup campaigns.
- •World Cup begins with Mexico vs. South Africa at Azteca Stadium.
- •Mexico has strong recent form, winning both the Nations League and Gold Cup.
- •South Africa's squad features potential breakout stars.
- •Match kicks off at 3 p.m. ET today.
- 1:10 PMCBS Sports — What to watch at FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico are the real deal as 48-team tournament gets underway
"As the 23rd World Cup kicks off at the Azteca, Javier Aguirre's rejuvenated El Tri look to translate their strong pre-tournament form into a statement win against South Africa
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