The 2026 World Cup is on the horizon, with the opening game set to take place on Thursday as Mexico welcome South Africa in the opener of the 23rd edition of football's greatest tournament.

The 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11, with co-hosts Mexico opening the tournament against South Africa in what promises to be a historic curtain-raiser.

Indy Sport’s writers have made their selections for USA, Canada and Mexico 2026

How far can the Socceroos go? Will the host nations do any good? And who is the favourite to win the tournament? Here’s your guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Groups A to F.

The expanded tournament is co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada with 104 matches in 16 stadiums over 39 days.

As the historic 48-team World Cup kicks off at the Estadio Azteca, we break down the real title contenders and the sentimental favourites.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will have three opening ceremonies. These interconnected ceremonies will be staged across Mexico, Canada and the US. | Football News

Mexico, the USA and Canada will all put on displays this week

The 2026 World Cup is on the horizon, with the opening game set to take place on Thursday as Mexico welcome South Africa in the opener of the 23rd edition of football's greatest…

Join the excitement as South Africa kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Mexico on Thursday, June 11. Discover the best venues in Cape Town, from the vibrant V&A…

As the first 48-team World Cup prepares to get into swing, here are all the matches, venues and times

As the tournament kicks off, cohosts Mexico face South Africa in a replay of the 2010 edition's opening game.

Football fans anticipate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament will host 48 teams across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches begin on June 12 and conclude on July…

The World Cup’s opener features hosts Mexico, who will be cheered on by fervent fans at Estadio Azteca

After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived. This year’s tournament is hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

El evento comienza este jueves 11 de junio con su primer show previo al partido de México contra Sudáfrica.

The 2026 World Cup officially begins on June 11.

After a rocky buildup with high ticket prices, delayed federal funding for host cities, and visa issues, the World Cup has arrived.

Mexico hosts South Africa in a repeat of the opening fixture from the 2010 World Cup.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup arrives bigger, louder and more complicated than anything football has ever staged. Here's what you need to know. | Football News

El balón comienza a rodar en el Mundial 2026 en medio de una gran expectativa por el último baile de grandes figuras y problemas con la organización.