🇲🇽 Mexico vs South Africa 🇿🇦
Thu Jun 11 2026 • Kickoff 11:00 CT • Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, Mexico
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Mexico vs South Africa — what to expect
Mexico meet South Africa in Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Both sides arrive with FIFA ranks of #13 and #58 respectively, making this a defining group-stage night. Coach Javier Aguirre will set out Mexico, while Hugo Broos leads South Africa — captained by Edson Álvarez and Ronwen Williams.
Mexico face South Africa in Group A at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. Kickoff 11:00 CT local. Expect a tight tactical contest with the result likely to shape the knockout-stage seeding for Group A.
Mexico vs South Africa live streaming
Streaming guide
Mexico vs South Africa streams live worldwide through FIFA's authorised broadcast partners. Below is the global TV and OTT lineup. For a deeper breakdown by country, see our where-to-watch hub or the live streaming directory.
Mexico vs South Africa TV channels (global)
| Country / Region | Official broadcasters |
|---|---|
| United States | FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Peacock |
| United Kingdom | BBC One / BBC iPlayer, ITV1 / ITVX |
| Canada | TSN, CTV, RDS (FR) |
| Mexico | Televisa, TUDN, Azteca 7, ViX |
| India | Sports18, JioCinema |
| Pakistan | Tapmad, A Sports |
| Australia | Optus Sport, SBS |
| MENA | beIN Sports MENA |
| Brazil | Globo, SporTV, CazéTV |
| Germany | ARD, ZDF, MagentaTV |
| France | TF1, M6, beIN Sports |
| Spain | RTVE La 1, Movistar Plus+ |
FIFA's global broadcast partners hold rights in every territory. FOX (USA), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), beIN Sports (MENA) and the national rights holder in your country.
Mexico vs South Africa where to watch
Stadium & venue
Estadio Azteca
Iconic venue hosting the opening match. Capacity: 87,000 (Mexico City, Mexico).
Opened 1966. Hosted 1970 & 1986 finals.
Travel: Metro Line 2 to Tasqueña, then Tren Ligero.
Fan tips: High altitude — pace yourself.
Full stadium guide →Team news & predicted lineups
🇲🇽 Mexico predicted XI
Coach Javier Aguirre is expected to set up in a 4-3-3, captained by Edson Álvarez.
- Edson Álvarez — Midfielder (West Ham)
- Mexico Goalkeeper 1 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
- Mexico Goalkeeper 2 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
Full lineup confirmed ~1 hour before kickoff.
🇿🇦 South Africa predicted XI
Coach Hugo Broos likely fields a 4-2-3-1 anchored by Ronwen Williams.
- South Africa Goalkeeper 1 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
- South Africa Goalkeeper 2 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
- South Africa Goalkeeper 3 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
Full lineup confirmed ~1 hour before kickoff.