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Match Details
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MEXICO
At Home2:0
SOUTH AFRICA
AwayAt: Mexico City Stadium
Match Preview
Pre-matchMexico 2-0 South Africa. The score is final and included in the Group A standings. The completed result has been included in points, goal difference, and goals scored on the standings page.
Form
16.
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South Africa
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Head-to-Head History
World Cup opening history: South Africa and Mexico drew 1-1 in Johannesburg on 11 June 2010, which opened that World Cup. Scorers in 2010 opener: Siphiwe Tshabalala scored for South Africa and Rafael Marquez equalised for Mexico in the second half. 2026 chapter: Mexico won the 2026 opening match 2-0 at Mexico City Stadium.
Key Players to Watch
Mexico: Key player shortlist is yet to be confirmed. South Africa: Key player shortlist is yet to be confirmed.
Missing Players
Mexico: The final score is confirmed; no unverified post-match injury claim is included. South Africa: The final score is confirmed; no unverified post-match injury claim is included.
TV Channel
Match Information
Referee:
Yet to be confirmed
Venue:
Estadio Azteca
Capacity:
83,264
Venue Guide
Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico hosts this match and shapes travel, weather, and kickoff flow.
Stadium: Estadio Azteca. Capacity: 83,264. Surface: Natural grass.
Mexico City Metro to Taxquena, then Tren Ligero to Estadio Azteca station.
Altitude, rain windows, and opening-match demand all shape arrival and recovery rhythm.
FAQs
When was Mexico vs South Africa played?
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When was Mexico vs South Africa played?
Mexico vs South Africa was played on Thu, Jun 11 with a 1:00 PM local kickoff.
Where was Mexico vs South Africa played?
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Where was Mexico vs South Africa played?
The match was played at Mexico City Stadium.
Is Mexico vs South Africa the opening match of World Cup 2026?
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Is Mexico vs South Africa the opening match of World Cup 2026?
Yes. FIFA confirmed this fixture as Match 1 of the tournament on 11 June 2026.
What happened in the last World Cup meeting between Mexico and South Africa?
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What happened in the last World Cup meeting between Mexico and South Africa?
Their best-known World Cup meeting was the 2010 opener in Johannesburg, which finished 1-1.
What was the Mexico vs South Africa result?
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What was the Mexico vs South Africa result?
Mexico 2-0 South Africa.
Is the Mexico vs South Africa score final?
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Is the Mexico vs South Africa score final?
Yes. The match is complete and the score is final.
Where can I track standings and next fixtures after this match?
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Where can I track standings and next fixtures after this match?
Use the Standings and Matches sections to follow table movement and upcoming fixtures.
The final result was Mexico 2-0 South Africa. Use the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub for the wider tournament route across matches, standings, teams, and venues.