World Cup 2026 begins today with Mexico vs. South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today, June 11, at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa in the opening match at 3 p.m. ET. This year's tournament features an expanded format with 48 teams participating, the largest in World Cup history. The match will be broadcast live on Fox and available for streaming on Fubo.
- •Opening match: Mexico vs. South Africa
- •Time: 3 p.m. ET
- •Location: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
- •Tournament features 48 teams, largest ever
- •Broadcast on Fox, streaming on Fubo
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"The 2026 FIFA World Cup brings the greatest soccer tournament on the planet to North America, as the United States play co-host to the international football championship.
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