What time is Mexico vs South Africa is a query about the official kick-off schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match. The fixture begins at 1:00 p.m. local time in Mexico City (CDT), which translates to 12:30 a.m. IST (India), 3:00 p.m. EDT (U.S.), 8:00 p.m. BST (UK), and 5:00 a.m. AEST (Australia, Friday morning).
Match Details
- Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
- Kick-off Time: 1:00 p.m. CDT (Mexico City)
- Venue: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
- Teams: Mexico vs South Africa (Group A opener)
- Referee: Wilton Sampaio (Brazil)
- Broadcast:
- U.S.: Fox Sports
- UK: ITV1
- India: Zee5 (subscription) & Doordarshan Sports (free)
- Australia: SBS
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Why This Match Matters
- Historic Venue: Estadio Azteca hosted World Cups in 1970 and 1986.
- Opening Match Tradition: Mexico vs South Africa mirrors their 2010 World Cup opener.
- Mexico’s Form: Undefeated in 8 matches leading into the tournament.
- South Africa’s Challenge: Entering as underdogs but with strong team spirit.
FAQs : What time is mexico vs south africa
What time is Mexico vs South Africa in India?
12:30 a.m. IST on Friday, June 12, 2026.
Where can I watch the match in India?
Zee5 (subscription) or free on Doordarshan Sports and its streaming app Waves.
Is this the first match of the World Cup?
Yes, it’s the official opening fixture of FIFA World Cup 2026.
What channel is showing the match in the U.S
Fox Sports will broadcast it live.