World Cup 2026 opens today: Mexico face South Africa
World Cup 2026 begins on June 11, 2026, with Mexico vs South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.
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World Cup 2026 schedule: key dates every fan should know
The essential World Cup 2026 timeline: opening match, group stage, Round of 32 and final.
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What is new at World Cup 2026: 48 teams, 104 matches and 16 host cities
A quick guide to the expanded World Cup 2026 format and what it means for fans.
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Opening day preview: Mexico vs South Africa, Korea Republic vs Czechia
A quick look at the first two matches of World Cup 2026.
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How to follow World Cup 2026 every day
A practical checklist for tracking fixtures, lineups, form and group scenarios during World Cup 2026.
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American Soccer Gear is now an English football news blog
A short note on the new editorial direction: football news, World Cup 2026, fixtures and previews.