The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here! The 2026 World Cup kicks off tonight with an electrifying match between hosts Mexico and South Africa at the legendary Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Football fans, clear your schedules and settle in for what promises to be a thrilling opener!
In an incredible twist of fate, these two nations meet on the very date they faced off in the 2010 World Cup opener in Johannesburg. With South Korea and the Czech Republic also in Group A, the race for points is fierce, so expect plenty of action and drama.
Mexico, playing on home turf, have the crowd advantage and skippered through as hosts, while South Africa fought hard, topping a tough group to earn their spot.
Want to catch all the action? Tune into ITV1 at 8pm BST for live coverage, with the opening ceremony kicking off at 6:15pm. Prefer streaming? ITVX has got you covered—just set up a free account on your mobile, tablet, smart TV, or desktop.
Stay tuned for an exciting clash guaranteed to deliver world-class football! 🌎⚽️ Let us know who you’re cheering for in the comments below!