World Cup 2026 set to begin with Mexico and South Africa match

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. This tournament marks the first to include 48 teams and the first hosted by three nations: the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Following the opening match, Czechia will play South Korea on the same day. On June 12, the U.S. men's national team will compete against Paraguay in Los Angeles, while Canada will host Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. The group stage concludes on June 27, and the knockout rounds will start with the round of 32 from June 28 to July 3.

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