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Julián Quiñones scored the first goal of the tournament inside nine minutes as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 at a historic Estadio Azteca to launch the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico thrashed South Africa to open the tournament while Czechia and South Korea played out the second match of the day. Here's what Day One taught us about the 2026 World Cup.
June 11 is almost here. The biggest World Cup in history — 48 teams, 16 venues, three countries — kicks off in less than two weeks. Here is the complete fan guide: groups, favourites, African teams, SA betting markets, and why this tournament could be the most dramatic yet.
Kylian Mbappé goes into the 2026 World Cup as a Real Madrid player, a Champions League winner, and the undisputed best footballer on the planet. He has never won a World Cup. That gap in his legacy — and the pressure to close it — defines France's entire tournament.
No Southgate. Jude Bellingham at the peak of his powers. Bukayo Saka going in as a Premier League champion. Harry Kane still the most reliable finisher in the game. For the first time since 1966, England arrive at a World Cup with a squad that matches their expectation. This is different.
Every great World Cup is defined by the team nobody saw coming. In a 48-team tournament on North American soil, the conditions for a massive upset are better than ever. Here are the five nations most likely to produce the tournament's defining shock.
June 11 is closer than it feels. Squad lists are being finalised, controversies are brewing, and the betting markets are moving. Here is your complete guide to the most important three weeks in football.
France's 26-man 2026 World Cup squad is confirmed. Mbappé leads a fearsome mix of experience and youth — here's the full breakdown, key players, tactics, and expectations.
USA, Canada and Mexico are hosting the biggest World Cup ever — 48 teams, 104 games. Here's everything SA fans need to know: fixtures, time zones, how to watch, and which African teams to back.
Nine African nations at the World Cup — the most ever. We give each team a realistic shot at glory rating and name the one player who could be their X-factor.