Mexican fans gather at FIFA Fan Fest ahead of the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Mexico and South Africa, in Mexico City. | Photo credit: PAOLA GARCIA
Mexican fans gather at FIFA Fan Fest ahead of the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Mexico and South Africa, in Mexico City. | Photo credit: PAOLA GARCIA
Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexico versus South Africa, which will be played at Mexico City Stadium, also known as Azteca Stadium, in Mexico City. This is Neeladri Bhattacharjee who takes you minute by minute in this exciting match.
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