2026 FIFA World Cup Kicks Off with Mexico vs. South Africa

Kathmandu. The opening match of the 2010 World Cup, held on African soil, featured hosts South Africa and Mexico. That match ended in a 1-1 draw.

On Friday morning, these two teams will face each other again in the same stage. As the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup begins in North America, co-host Mexico will welcome South Africa.