Mexico vs South Africa Live Stream FIFA World Cup 2026: Match Time, Venue & How to Watch on TV
FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Guide
Follow everything you need for this FIFA World Cup 2026 match in one place, including kickoff time, venue details, team news, lineups, live score updates, and match coverage. This guide helps fans stay updated before, during, and after the game with all the key information in an easy-to-follow format.
Match Details
| Fixture | 🇲🇽 Mexico vs 🇿🇦 South Africa |
|---|---|
| Match No | Match 1 |
| Stage | Group Stage |
| Group | Group A |
| Date | Thursday, June 11, 2026 |
| Venue Kickoff | 1:00 PM CST |
| UTC Kickoff | Thursday, June 11, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC |
| Stadium | Estadio Azteca |
| City | Mexico City, Mexico |
Match Time Around the World
Fans from different countries can follow the match live in their local timezone without any confusion. The kickoff time shown below is automatically adjusted based on the visitor’s location, making it easier to check when the game starts in your country.
| Region | Country / Zone | Date | Kickoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| North America | Mexico City | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 1:00 PM CST |
| North America | US Eastern | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 3:00 PM EDT |
| North America | US Central | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 2:00 PM CDT |
| North America | US Mountain | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 1:00 PM MDT |
| North America | US Pacific | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 12:00 PM PDT |
| North America | Toronto | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 3:00 PM EDT |
| North America | Vancouver | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 12:00 PM PDT |
| South America | Brazil | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM -03 |
| South America | Argentina | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM -03 |
| Europe | United Kingdom | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 8:00 PM BST |
| Europe | Central Europe | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 9:00 PM CEST |
| Europe | Spain | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 9:00 PM CEST |
| Europe | Türkiye | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 10:00 PM +03 |
| Africa | Morocco | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 8:00 PM +01 |
| Africa | South Africa | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 9:00 PM SAST |
| Africa | Egypt | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 10:00 PM EEST |
| Middle East | Saudi Arabia | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 10:00 PM +03 |
| Middle East | Qatar | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 10:00 PM +03 |
| Middle East | UAE | Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 11:00 PM +04 |
| South Asia | Pakistan | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 12:00 AM PKT |
| South Asia | India | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST |
| South Asia | Bangladesh | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 1:00 AM +06 |
| East Asia | Japan | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 4:00 AM JST |
| East Asia | South Korea | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 4:00 AM KST |
| Oceania | Australia East | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 5:00 AM AEST |
| Oceania | New Zealand | Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7:00 AM NZST |
Match Preview
Mexico and South Africa meet in Match 1 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with this Group Stage fixture in Group A expected to play an important role in the tournament journey for both nations. Fans can expect an exciting battle as both teams look to make their mark on football’s biggest stage.
The match will be played at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 PM CST on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Match time shown on this page is automatically converted to the visitor’s local timezone for easier viewing worldwide.
Head-to-Head
- South Africa 1-1 Mexico, FIFA World Cup, June 11, 2010
- South Africa 2-1 Mexico, CONCACAF Gold Cup, July 9, 2005
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Match Events
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Team Players & Lineups
Discover the latest team players and starting lineups, featuring star performers, tactical formations, and match-ready squads. Stay updated with detailed player information, position analysis, injury updates, and coaching strategies to see how every lineup shapes the game and impacts team performance.
🇲🇽 Mexico
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🇿🇦 South Africa
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Where to Watch Mexico vs South Africa
FIFA World Cup 2026™. Between June 11 and July 19, 2026, 48 teams will play the biggest edition in history on the pitches of Canada, Mexico and the USA. Use this guide to find official TV and streaming options for Match 1. Rights vary by country, so confirm the final channel or app with your local broadcaster before kickoff.
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Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Online
FIFA World Cup 2026™. Between June 11 and July 19, 2026, 48 teams will play the biggest edition in history on the pitches of Canada, Mexico and the USA.
Stream all FIFA World Cup matches live on FOX One. Watch the USMNT and 48 teams compete June 11-July 19. Sign up now to watch on all supported devices.
Watch all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live and free with SBS On Demand, and watch full replays, mini-matches and highlights. Starts 12 June.
World Cup 2026 On TV Schedule UK. Complete listings of live FIFA World Cup 2026 on BBC and ITV in the UK. Thursday 11th June 2026. Watch live football matches on FIFA+ – Stream soccer matches, replays, highlights, scores, and exclusive content anytime, anywhere.
There are so many ways to watch the games if you don’t have cable. You can watch live on FIFA+, the Telemundo app, Peacock, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Fubo and Sling. Each one has its own pricing and live streaming capabilities can come at a cost—upwards of $100 a month.
Tip: If a stream is not available in your location, check the TV channel listed for your country or the broadcaster’s official app close to kickoff.
FAQs
Mexico vs South Africa is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, 2026. Kickoff at the venue is 1:00 PM CST.
The match is scheduled at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico. FIFA lists the Mexico City opener at Mexico City Stadium, commonly known as Estadio Azteca.
This is a Group Stage fixture in Group A.
In Pakistan it is 12:00 AM PKT on Friday, June 12, 2026. In India it is 12:30 AM IST on Friday, June 12, 2026. In the UK it is 8:00 PM BST on Thursday, June 11, 2026. In US Eastern time it is 3:00 PM EDT on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Yes. Match 1, Mexico vs South Africa, is the opening fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule.
Mexico and South Africa drew 1-1 in the opening match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg.
No. Official starting lineups are normally confirmed close to kickoff. This script will display players automatically when the connected match feed includes official lineup data.
Live coverage depends on your country. Use the Where to Watch section above, then confirm the final channel or streaming app with your local official broadcaster before kickoff.
