MATCH 1 · JUN 11 · ESTADIO AZTECA
Mexico vs South Africa
Mexico won 2-0 in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on JUN 11 · 19:00 UTC, at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, MX.
On World Cup pedigree, Mexico's best run is quarter-finals (1970, 1986), while South Africa's best run is group stage.
How did Mexico and South Africa reach this match?
Mexico came into this fixture as their opening match of the 2026 World Cup.
South Africa came into this fixture as their opening match of the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico went on to the group stage, where they beat South Korea 1-0.
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Match details
| Competition | 2026 FIFA World Cup, Group A |
|---|---|
| Kickoff (UTC) | JUN 11 · 19:00 UTC |
| Venue | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, MX |
| Match number | 1 of 104 |
The two teams
Part of Group A. See the standings and the other fixtures.
Quick answers
- When and where was Mexico vs South Africa?
- Mexico vs South Africa was played JUN 11 · 19:00 UTC at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, MX, in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mexico won 2-0.
- What was at stake in Mexico vs South Africa?
- Group A points, and with them a place in the Round of 32.
- Who won Mexico vs South Africa?
- Mexico won 2-0, in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Estadio Azteca on JUN 11 · 19:00 UTC. The wheel above just replays the matchup at even chances.
Sources for Mexico vs South Africa
The kickoff, venue and result for Mexico vs South Africa are compiled at build time and checked against the sources below.