The tournament will see the expanded use of AI-powered officiating systems, connected-ball technology and upgraded video review tools.

An all Brazilian contingent will officiate Bafana Bafana’s Fifa World Cup opening game against hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, June 11 (kickoff 9pm SA time).

Here are the three key playmakers for Bafana Bafana in their World Cup opener against Mexico: Relebohile Mofokeng, Lyle Foster, and Ronwen Williams.

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

Mexico enter the World Cup as favourites to progress from Group A, but Hugo Broos and Bafana Bafana will believe there are areas they can exploit in the tournament opener.

As the 2026 Fifa World Cup opener approaches, the clash between co-host Mexico and Bafana Bafana promises to be a thrilling encounter, echoing the drama of their 2010 face-off.

Discover where to watch the match live, from exciting watch parties to broadcasts on SABC Sport.

‘The reality is Mexico is the best team in the group,’ says coach Hugo Broos ahead of opening match

Get ready for the biggest match in South African football history as Bafana Bafana faces co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 Fifa World Cup. Follow our live updates…

The tournament will see the expanded use of AI-powered officiating systems, connected-ball technology and upgraded video review tools.

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Famed venue will be packed with a wall of green supporters behind Mexico as they face Bafana Bafana.

The 48-team era officially begins on Thursday as co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Performers, kickoff time, players to look out for, tactics, the venue, where to watch on TV and more

All eyes are on Mexico and the Estadio Azteca as the 2026 World Cup kicks off Thursday with El Tri taking on South Africa's Bafana Bafana in the Group A opener. Follow the match,…

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Live updates of the 2026 World Cup opener in Mexico City.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City as host nation Mexico hosts South Africa for the first match of the tournament. Follow all the action.