Match preview

Mexico meet South Africa in a group stage Group A tie at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Mexico are perennial World Cup participants and co-hosts in 2026, having appeared at every tournament since 1994. They have reached the round of 16 seven consecutive times but never advanced beyond the quarter-finals. As hosts they will aim to finally break their last-16 ceiling.

South Africa arrive with their own ambitions. South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since hosting in 2010. Under Hugo Broos they have rebuilt a competitive side led by goalkeeper-captain Ronwen Williams. They will look to reach the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mexico vs South Africa?

Mexico face South Africa on Thu Jun 11 · 7:00 PM GMT at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.

Where is the match being played?

Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico (capacity 87,000).

What competition is this match part of?

It is a Group Stage (Group A) fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

What was the result?

Mexico 2 – 0 South Africa.