- Mexico and South Africa will rematch the 2010 World Cup opener — the first time an opening match has been repeated — on June 11, 2026 at Mexico City Stadium.
- Host Mexico, aiming to rebound from a 2022 group-stage exit, arrive in good form after three recent friendly wins (8–1 combined).
- South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010 after topping CAF qualifying, making them a fun underdog storyline.
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