Mexico open World Cup against South Africa as Mora hype builds

The World Cup starts now

This is it. Your opening match of World Cup 2026 pits Mexico against South Africa (2). No more waiting, no more buildup – the tournament begins here and now.

The fixture kicks off a campaign on home soil, with all the weight and wonder that carries. South Africa stand between you and the perfect start.

Mora: the name on everyone's lips

A breakout star is brewing. Mexico's Mora has been flagged as the player poised to take this World Cup by storm (1).

The young prospect carries serious expectations into the tournament. On home soil, with the eyes of the football world fixed on Mexico, the stage is set for something special.

Keep this name close. By the time the group stage is done, everyone else will know it too.