Watch Mexico vs South Africa live streams as the co-hosts get the party started at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Africa free live streams from anywhere with a VPN.The wait is almost over. The biggest World Cup of all time begins on Thursday, as Mexico - one of three co-hosts this summer - face South Africa in a rematch of the opening fixture from 2010. On that occasion, the hosts could not find a winner in a 1-1 draw. Mexico are hoping things will be different this time around.The mood around the national team is mixed ahead of the big kick-off. This is not a vintage Mexico squad. Unlike at previous World Cups, there are few players plying their trade at a high level in European soccer. But Mexico have home advantage behind them, plus a favorable draw and an astute manager in Javier Aguirre.South Africa are back on the biggest stage for the first time in 16 years. They are a tidy team in possession, but a lack of cutting edge is often their undoing. Mexico will aim to play with energy and intensity in front of their own fans, as Aguirre's side target a winning start to the tournament.Here's how to watch Mexico vs South Africa in the FIFA World Cup online and on TV — starting with free streaming options.Can you watch Mexico vs South Africa for free?Mexico vs South Africa is free to watch in a number of countries, including the U.K., U.S., Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Netherlands and Turkey.Swipe to scroll horizontallyCountryFree StreamU.S.TubiU.K.ITV AustraliaSBS On DemandBelgiumRTBF / VRTBrazilCaze TVNetherlandsNOSTurkeyTRT🌎 Abroad and can't access your free stream of the game? You need Norton VPN — more on that below.How to watch Mexico vs South Africa from anywhereThe World Cup is in full swing, but if you’re overseas, your usual Mexico vs South Africa stream might be unavailable due to regional restrictions.A VPN offers a simple workaround by letting you connect through servers in different countries, so you can watch your regular World Cup coverage as if you were at home. Norton VPN is our favorite option for streaming:How to watch Mexico vs South Africa live streams in the U.S.