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Quiñones makes World Cup statement, Montes baffles with red card

Mexico made history in their World Cup opener, but Cesar Montes’ red card left a sour note. GOAL breaks down the winners and losers from El Tri’s 2-0 win.

Where to watch South Africa today?

Find out where to watch the South Africa national team throughout FIFA World Cup 2026.

Mexico vs South Africa: How to watch full match replay and highlights

How to watch the World Cup match between Mexico and South Africa, as well as kick-off time and team news

Mexico vs South Africa Predictions: Hosts to start with a bang

Get three Mexico vs South Africa predictions from our soccer expert, before Thursday’s 3:00pm ET World Cup clash (6/11).

World Cup 2026: The Ultimate Guide

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World Cup ready? Why Gimenez struggled in goalless season

Santiago Gimenez failed to register a single Serie A goal for AC Milan during the 2025-26 campaign, with legendary Mexican striker Jared Borgetti explaining his fellow countryman’s struggles to GOAL. Despite enduring a tough time at club level, leading to inevitable transfer talk, the 25-year-old forward is still looking forward to starring at a home World Cup finals.

Jimenez milestone, Gutierrez rise: Five keys for Mexico’s WC opener

Mexico enter the World Cup opener unbeaten in 2026, with Raul Jimenez chasing a full-circle moment, Brian Gutierrez rising and Rafa Marquez’s role growing.

Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

Taste the 2026 World Cup through New York City's food culture

Explore the top game-day foods from 2026 World Cup Groups A, B and C, plus NYC restaurants where fans can watch matches and sample global flavors.

Mexico vs South Africa: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup match between Mexico and South Africa, as well as kick-off time and team news

From Gyan to Rodriguez - Remembering World Cup one-hit wonders

The World Cup has given many players the platform to shine brightly - and then fizzle out. GOAL looks at some of the best.

Mexico v Portugal - International Friendly

They are threatening "violence": 14,000 fans want free entry to the World Cup opening match

While discontent over exorbitant World Cup ticket prices is growing worldwide, 14,000 fans in Mexico will watch the opening match for free. This perk stems from an investment made 60 years ago—and it has weathered recent opposition.

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Norway vs England Predictions, Lineups, Odds & Tips: Three Lions advance to the last four

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RANKED: 100 most iconic moments in World Cup history

The World Cup has had no shortage of iconic moments across nearly 100 years of history. Every four years, billions of fans congregate to watch a tournament that has provided more drama, heartbreak and joy than any other event in sporting history. Football's grandest stage, the World Cup has always offered a platform for legends to be born, but it has also seen reputations destroyed and the downfall of so many famous faces.

When are the final World Cup 2026 squads announced?

FIFA has confirmed the key dates and squad regulations for the 2026 World Cup. Nations must submit their final player lists by June 1, with strict rules in place regarding injuries, replacements and goalkeeper selections.

South Africa vs Nicaragua Predictions: Leaving home in good spirits

Our soccer expert offers his South Africa vs Nicaragua predictions, ahead of Friday’s Friendly clash, at 12:00pm ET (5/29).

2026 FIFA World Cup, Qualifier - South Africa v Nigeria

Who has made South Africa's squad for the 2026 World Cup?

All you need to know about South Africa's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

How to buy Mexico vs South Africa World Cup tickets

All you need to know about securing tickets to the World Cup 2026 opener

4 value bets emerge from this season’s final international break

The final international break of the 2025/26 season saw entertaining matches. The betting markets haven’t adjusted to the surprise results yet.

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World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified teams

GOAL breaks down all the confirmed qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, plus the teams who could soon be on their way.

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Where to watch AFCON 2025 in the US & across the world

GOAL's guide to streaming AFCON 2025 via streaming platforms, TV channels and official broadcasters, for US viewers and fans

South Africa vs Cameroon: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Africa Cup of Nations match between South Africa and Cameroon, as well as kick-off time and team news.

How to buy Egypt AFCON 2025/26 tickets

Catch the Pharaohs live at AFCON 2025

📽️ | Scottish Prem star lights up AFCON with goal of tournament contender

Motherwell winger Tawanda Maswanhise announced himself on the international stage with a breathtaking Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) goal that is already being talked about as a contender for the strike of the tournament. The Scottish Premiership star, who has been in prolific domestic form, translated that confidence seamlessly into the AFCON as Zimbabwe faced South Africa in a Group B encounter on Monday.