Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in the opening match of the largest World Cup in tournament history. Amid escalating protests and social...

The World Cup 2026 opener pits host Mexico against South Africa at the Azteca on June 11, a rematch of their 2010 meeting and the first of 104 games.

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

Mexico wins 4-0 against South Africa in World Cup opener. Mexico to win Group A at 69.5% YES.