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Mexico vs South Africa

Kickoff time, venue, match status and the key stories to watch before Mexico and South Africa meet.

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Match facts

What to know

Kickoff: Jun 11, 2026 · 19:00 UTC
Venue: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
Match state: Scheduled

Match updates

Before kickoff

LineupsWhen confirmed

TimelineStarts live

StatisticsOpens after kickoff

WeatherCloser to matchday

Storyline

The questions that matter before kickoff

Mexico carry the pressure of a home-continent opener. South Africa get the first chance to turn the tournament's opening night into a wider storyline.

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