Here we go again. 1,271 days since Lionel Messi and Argentina got their hands on international soccer’s biggest prize in Qatar, the 2026 World Cup is upon us and it all kicks off at the fabled Estadio Azteca today.Mexico take on South Africa in a rematch of the 2010 World Cup curtain raiser, albeit with the hosting roles reversed, before South Korea and Czechia start their campaign in Guadalajara.Between now and 19 July, 48 teams will contest a grand total of 104 matches across 16 host cities in three different countries and it all starts here.Here is your complete guide on how to watch today’s World Cup games, including kick-off times, broadcast networks, and online streaming options.
Complete guide to all the players
A visual guide to every stadium
Standings
Golden Boot leaders
