FIFA World Cup 2026 Officially Kicks Off

The FIFA World Cup 2026 officially kicks off today, June 11, 2026, with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa in the opening match at the historic Mexico City Stadium (Estadio Azteca). This marks the beginning of the largest and most ambitious tournament in football history, expanding from 32 to 48 national teams playing a record 104 matches across 39 days.