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Mexico Vs South Africa, FIFA World Cup 2026 In Pics: See Best Photos From Group A Match

All eyes are on Estadio Azteca as Mexico and South Africa get the FIFA World Cup 2026 underway in the first match of the expanded 48-team tournament. The hosts arrive full of confidence after an eight-match unbeaten run and will look to make home advantage count, while South Africa are back at the World Cup for the first time since 2010 and eager to announce their return with a statement result. With history, pride and crucial Group A points at stake, the stage is set for a fascinating opener.

Mexico's Julian Quinones (16) celebrates with teammates after scoring their opening goal in the first half during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo
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A demonstrator holds a Mexican flag during a march before the opening day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
A demonstrator holds a Mexican flag during a march before the opening day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. | Photo: AP/Ginnette Riquelme
Performers on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Performers on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. | Photo: AP/Natacha Pisarenko
Performers on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Performers on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. | Photo: AP/Natacha Pisarenko)
CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez, center, chats with UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, back to camera, on the tribune before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez, center, chats with UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, back to camera, on the tribune before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko
Police officers block off protesting families of Mexico's missing people trying to reach the stadium during the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Police officers block off protesting families of Mexico's missing people trying to reach the stadium during the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Alejandro Cegarra
Singer Shakira performs on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Singer Shakira performs on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan
Performers on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Performers on the pitch during the opening ceremony before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan
Mexican fans cheer before the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Mexican fans cheer before the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo
Mexican-American actress Salma Hayek gestures on the pitch before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Mexican-American actress Salma Hayek gestures on the pitch before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko
Team Mexico pose before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Team Mexico pose before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan
Team South Africa pose before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Team South Africa pose before the start of the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan
Mexico's Julian Quinones (16) celebrates scoring their opening goal against South Africa during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Mexico's Julian Quinones (16) celebrates scoring their opening goal against South Africa during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo
Mexico fans cheer a goal in the opening World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa on beachfront big screens in Miami Beach, Fla., Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Mexico fans cheer a goal in the opening World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa on beachfront big screens in Miami Beach, Fla., Thursday, June 11, 2026. AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell
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