Event Brief
World Cup 2026 opens at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City
Filed: Jun 11, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
Summary: The 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony is held at Estadio Azteca, followed by Mexico vs South Africa.
WHO: FIFA and the hosts, Mexico
WHAT: The 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway with the opening ceremony and the opening match Mexico vs South Africa.
WHEN: Jun 11, 2026 at 1:35 PM ET
WHERE: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
WHY: The tournament opening ceremony and scheduled opening game take place.
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