Tubi
Fox Corporation's free ad-supported streaming service. Simulcasts the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony plus two opening matches (Mexico vs South Africa on June 11 and USA vs Paraguay on June 12) live in 4K at no cost.
Group A — Football World Cup 2026: Teams, TV & Streaming
Group A at the Football World Cup 2026: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea and Czech Republic. Match schedule, kickoff times, TV and streaming.
The teams
All group matches
11 Jun19:00 
Mexico Mexico vs 
South Africa South Africa Estadio Azteca12 Jun02:00 
South Korea South Korea vs 
Czech Republic Czech Republic Estadio Akron18 Jun16:00 Czech Republic Czech Republic vs South Africa South Africa Mercedes-Benz Stadium19 Jun01:00 Mexico Mexico vs South Korea South Korea Estadio Akron25 Jun01:00 Czech Republic Czech Republic vs Mexico Mexico Estadio Azteca25 Jun01:00 South Africa South Africa vs South Korea South Korea Estadio BBVA
Mexico Mexico vs South Africa South Africa Estadio Azteca12 Jun02:00 South Korea South Korea vs Czech Republic Czech Republic Estadio Akron18 Jun16:00 Czech Republic Czech Republic vs South Africa South Africa Mercedes-Benz Stadium19 Jun01:00 Mexico Mexico vs South Korea South Korea Estadio Akron25 Jun01:00 Czech Republic Czech Republic vs Mexico Mexico Estadio Azteca25 Jun01:00 South Africa South Africa vs South Korea South Korea Estadio BBVAWhere to watch
FOX Sports
Exclusive English-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 70 matches air free over the air on the FOX broadcast network, 34 air on FS1 with a cable subscription. Streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One requires TV-provider sign-in for most matches.
Telemundo
Exclusive Spanish-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 92 of the 104 matches air free over the air on the Telemundo broadcast network; 12 air on Universo with a cable subscription. The two opening matches also stream free in Spanish on the Telemundo app.
Peacock
NBCUniversal's streaming service and the only place to stream all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup live in Spanish. The two opening matches are also available on the free Peacock Select tier. Streams in Dolby Atmos with multiview, live picks, and catch-up highlights.
Group A is the opening group of the Football World Cup 2026, running from to . Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, and Czech Republic contest six matches across three matchdays, with the top two teams advancing to the round of 32. A strong third-place finish can also be enough to advance. Mexico host two of their three group-stage matches in front of their own supporters.
Which teams are in Group A?
Group A brings together four teams from four different confederations. Mexico (CONCACAF) are the host nation and the group’s most recognisable name, playing their opener and final match on home soil. South Africa (CAF) make their return to the World Cup stage, having famously hosted in 2010. South Korea (AFC) are experienced World Cup campaigners, reaching the semi-finals in 2002. Czech Republic (UEFA) are the European representatives, bringing technical depth and recent continental qualification form.
How does Group A decide who advances?
The top two teams in Group A after all six matches are played advance directly to the round of 32. Teams are ranked by points (3 for a win, 1 for a draw), then goal difference, then goals scored, then head-to-head record if still level. Crucially, a third-place finish in Group A is not necessarily the end: the best eight third-placed teams from across all 12 groups also progress. That means a team that finishes third can still reach the round of 32 if their points and goal difference compare favourably against third-placed teams in other groups.
Where can I watch Group A in the US?
All Group A matches are broadcast in the US by FOX Sports (English) and Telemundo (Spanish). The opener, Mexico vs South Africa on , airs free over the air on the FOX broadcast network and also streams free on Tubi — no subscription required. Later Group A matches move to FS1, which requires a cable or live-TV package. In Spanish, Telemundo carries all Group A matches free over the air, with streaming via Peacock for those who prefer to watch online. The broadcaster cards below show the full free-first breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which teams are in Group A of the World Cup 2026?
- Group A contains four teams from four different confederations: Mexico (CONCACAF), South Africa (CAF), South Korea (AFC), and Czech Republic (UEFA). Mexico play two of their three group matches at home venues in Mexico City and Guadalajara, giving them a significant crowd advantage throughout the group stage.
- When does Group A play at the World Cup 2026?
- Group A opens on with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The second matchday runs on and , and the final simultaneous matchday takes place on , with both matches kicking off at the same time.
- How do teams advance from Group A?
- The top two teams in Group A advance directly to the round of 32. A third-place finish does not automatically end a team's tournament: the eight best third-placed teams from all 12 groups also advance. Group A teams that finish third remain in contention if their points and goal difference rank among the top eight third-place finishers across the tournament.
- Can I watch Group A World Cup 2026 for free in the US?
- Yes. The opening match, Mexico vs South Africa on , streams free on Tubi with no account required and also airs on the FOX broadcast network. Telemundo carries all Group A matches free over the air in Spanish. Later Group A matches move to FS1, which requires a cable or live-TV subscription in English.
- What channel are Group A World Cup 2026 matches on?
- In the US, Group A matches air on FOX and FS1 in English, with Telemundo and Universo covering them in Spanish. The opening match (Mexico vs South Africa, ) is also available free on Tubi. Spanish-language streaming across all Group A matches is available on Peacock with a Premium subscription.
- How does the third-place qualification rule work at the World Cup 2026?
- With 12 groups and only two automatic advancement spots each, eight additional teams qualify as the best third-place finishers across all groups. These eight teams are ranked by points, goal difference, goals scored, and then disciplinary record. A team that finishes third in Group A can still advance to the round of 32 if their record is strong enough relative to other third-place teams.