Edson Alvarez and Mexico now know their path to glory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after learning their group stage opponents, which stadiums they will play at, and the times for the games.
When is the World Cup? How to Watch?
The World Cup will run from June 11–July 19, 2026. Spread across three countries, the tournament will culminate with the final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The FOX family of networks and the FOX Sports app are your complete home for World Cup content, including live matches, complete highlights, commentary and analysis, and full-match replays.
What is Mexico’s Group and Who are the Opponents?
Mexico will be in Group A. Its opponents will be:
- South Africa
- South Korea
- UEFA Player Winner D (Czechia or Denmark) — to be decided on March 31, 2026
Group A: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea & UEFA Playoff D | 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw
What is Mexico’s World Cup Schedule?
Argentina discovered its three group-stage opponents at the World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 5. The team’s three group stage games will be as follows:
- June 11: Mexico vs. South Africa – Mexico City Stadium (3 p.m. ET)
- June 18: Mexico vs. South Korea – Guadalajara Stadium in Zapopan, Mexico (9 p.m. ET)
- June 24: Mexico vs. UEFA playoff winner D (Czechia or Denmark) — Mexico City Stadium (9 p.m. ET)
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