The Athletic breaks down the key tactical factors that could decide Group A

Explore the full squad lists for Group A teams in World Cup 2026, featuring iconic players from Korea Republic, South Africa, Mexico and Czech Republic.

Mexico, hosting for a third time, eye return to knockout stages following disappointment in Qatar

Mexico hosts the World Cup aiming to improve on past performances. South Africa returns after a previous hosting stint. Czechia qualified through playoffs. South Korea, a…

The Athletic breaks down the key tactical factors that could decide Group A

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Analysis of all 48 teams at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the US