FIFA World Cup Live: Mexico vs. South Africa in opening match

Sportsnet Staff @Sportsnet

June 11, 2026 - 3:18pm

The opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City. (Ricardo Mazalan/AP)

Keep it live right here to follow along with all the latest from the opening match of the FIFA World Cup between Mexico and South Africa.

And you can check out the Live Tracker for the match here.

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