Fox focuses on game, skips FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies on TV
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremonies took place on June 11, 2026, prior to the match between Mexico and South Africa. Fox aired the match and a studio show, but not the ceremonies. This decision has left some fans seeking coverage elsewhere, specifically on Telemundo, which is broadcasting the ceremonies in the U.S. The rationale behind Fox's choice has not been officially disclosed.
- •Opening ceremonies for the FIFA World Cup began June 11, 2026.
- •Fox aired the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.
- •Telemundo broadcast the opening ceremonies in the U.S.
- •Fans expressed confusion over Fox's programming choices.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Why Fox isn't showing FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies, only Telemundo
"This was confusing fans on Thursday afternoon just before Mexico and South Africa kicked off.
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