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Mexico vs. South Africa - Kick-off time, team news, how to watch FIFA World Cup opener

South Africa will kick off the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a reverse fixture of the 2010 opener as they face Mexico in Mexico City on Thursday, June 11 - precisely 16 years after Siphiwe Tshabalala's screamer united a nation.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Lionel Messi could feature for Argentina before World Cup, Nico Paz back in training

Nico Paz completed his first training session with Argentina's national team on Sunday having recovered from a knee injury.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Gavi defended by Spain boss after tough tackle on Rodri in training

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has defended Gavi over a tough challenge on fellow midfielder Rodri in training ahead of the World Cup.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Japan vs. South Africa - Kick-off time, news, how to watch Banyana Banyana

South Africa's Banyana Banyana will seek to prove they learned lessons in Saturday's 5-0 thrashing when they face Japan in the second of two back-to-back friendlies in Osaka on Tuesday.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Christian Eriksen expected to be discharged from hospital after on-pitch collapse

Christian Eriksen is expected to be discharged from hospital "soon" after he collapsed on the pitch during Sunday's friendly between Denmark and Ukraine, Denmark's national team doctor said on Monday morning.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

The old guard set to shatter records at the 2026 World Cup

While the World Cup is always a chance to see bright new talents, 2026 also provides a chance to celebrate longevity both on the pitch and on the bench.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona target Núñez eyes Liverpool return

Former Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez wants to return to Anfield but he's also being targeted by Barcelona. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Gyan? Diouf? Hakimi? - Ranking Africa's 10 greatest FIFA World Cup players

Some of Africa's greatest footballers have graced the FIFA World Cup, but while certain icons struggled to translate their brilliance to the tournament itself, others rose to the occasion.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Brighton sign Nigerian starlet Zadok Yohanna, 18, from AIK Stockholm on 5-year deal

Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna says Brighton & Hove Albion's reputation for developing young players was what convinced him to choose the Premier League club, despite interest from some of Europe's biggest-spending teams.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN

Robertson looks ahead to Scotland's WC opener vs. Haiti

Andy Robertson and Steve Clarke talk about Scotland's 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations after landing in North Carolina.

Jun 8, 2026 · ESPN