Mexico hosts South Africa in opening match as World Cup begins
Summary
The 2026 World Cup began with its opening match featuring Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. The stadium was renovated for this event, which is the first World Cup hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada together, and Mexico’s team came into the match unbeaten in eight games.Key Facts
- The 2026 World Cup is the largest in history with 48 teams.
- Mexico, the United States, and Canada are co-hosting the tournament.
- The opening match was played at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, which was renovated for the event.
- Azteca Stadium has hosted three World Cup opening matches: 1970, 1986, and 2026.
- Mexico has participated in eight World Cup opening matches, with five losses and two draws before this game.
- South Africa is playing in its first World Cup since hosting in 2010.
- Mexico’s team has an eight-match unbeaten streak before this game.
- Mexico’s coach is Javier Aguirre, who is 67 years old and in his third time coaching the national team.
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