The World Cup officially kicks off today, Thursday, June 11, 2026, with two Group A matches scheduled. Here is everything you need to know about kick-off times, TV coverage, and how to watch every game.
Mexico vs South Africa
Kick-off time: The opening match starts at 8pm UK time (1pm in Mexico City, 3pm ET / 12pm PT in the US).
Location: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.
UK TV channel: ITV1 will broadcast live, with pre-match coverage from 6.15pm.
Live stream: Watch via ITVX website or app. Free streaming available on DAZN in select regions.
US TV: FOX and FOX One; Spanish commentary on TUDN.
UK radio: BBC Radio 5 Live, also via BBC Sounds.
Team news: Raul Jimenez is expected to start for Mexico after injury recovery; goalkeeper choice between Guillermo Ochoa and Raul Rangel. South Africa's Lyle Foster is fully available, with Teboho Mokoena set to start in midfield.
Head-to-head: Mexico leads 2-1 in four previous meetings, including a 1-1 draw in the 2010 World Cup group stage.
South Korea vs Czech Republic
Kick-off time: Early Friday, June 12 at 3am UK time (8pm Thursday in Mexico, 10pm ET / 7pm PT in the US).
Location: Estadio Guadalajara, Zapopan, Mexico.
UK TV channel: ITV live from 2.30am.
Live stream: ITVX app or website.
US TV: FS1; stream via Fox Sports app with TV provider login.
UK radio: BBC Radio 5 Live from 2.55am, also via BBC Sounds.
Team news: South Korea relies on captain Son Heung-Min and Besiktas forward Oh Hyeon-Gyu. Czech Republic has no fresh injuries; Tomas Soucek anchors midfield.
Head-to-head: Three previous meetings: one win each and one draw.
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