How to watch Mexico v South Africa World Cup opener on SA TV

Mexico v South Africa opens the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Estadio Azteca on 11 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 21:00 SAST.

Where to watch in South Africa

According to The South African, the match will be screened on DStv channels 201, 202, 203 and 235, and SABC 1.

Match backdrop

The game reunites two sides with World Cup opening-match history at notable venues. Mexico are listed as the 15th team in the FIFA rankings named in the source, while South Africa are listed as 60th.

Teams and coaches

Mexico will be led by Javier Aguirre, described in the source as 67 years old. The Mexican squad is expected to include 34-year-old Raul Jimenez, who has amassed 125 caps for his country.

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos is noted in the source as having a wide selection of players at his disposal.

Players to watch

• Raul Jimenez veteran striker and Mexico’s experienced forward.
• Gilberto Mora a 17-year-old Club Tijuana playmaker the source describes as prodigiously gifted.

Kick-off details and context

The match kicks off at 21:00 SAST on 11 June 2026 at the iconic Estadio Azteca, the stadium noted in the source for hosting Diego Maradona’s 1986 “Hand of God” goal.

This fixture mirrors the opening-match prominence both nations have enjoyed in previous tournaments: the two sides met in an opening match at the 2010 World Cup, according to the source.

Final note

For viewers in South Africa planning to watch from home, check DStv or SABC 1 schedules on matchday for any last-minute channel updates.