Group Stage - Matchday 1

Mexico vs South Africa

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • 19:00 UTC • Group A

Time until kickoff

03Days

23Hours

23Min

08Sec

Venue

Estadio Azteca

The legendary cathedral of football. Only stadium to host two World Cup Finals (1970, 1986). Hosts the 2026 Opening Match. Altitude 2,240m affects stamina and ball flight.

Capacity: 87,523

Transit: Metro Línea 2 to Tasqueña, then bus/taxi

Bag Policy: Small bags only, no backpacks

Mexico City, Mexico

Estadio Azteca — the only stadium to host two World Cup Finals (1970, 1986). The opening match of 2026 takes place here. Altitude: 2,240m.

Airport: MEX

Weather: ~19°C in June

Currency: MXN

Match Day Timeline

T-4h Fan zones open near stadium

T-3h Arrive at stadium area, explore food/drink options

T-2h Gates open, enter stadium

T-1h Find your seat, enjoy pre-match atmosphere

T-30m Team warm-ups begin

Kickoff 19:00 UTC

T+2.5h Match ends (approx), allow 30-60 min to exit

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