How to Watch Mexico in the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Schedule, Channels, and Streaming Options

Mexico is gearing up to compete in Group A alongside South Africa, South Korea, and Czechia. Fans want to know where and when they can catch El Tri's games live.

Broadcasting Rights in Mexico

The 2026 FIFA World Cup rights in Mexico are divided between TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca. This tournament features 104 matches, with coverage split between free TV and streaming.

• Each network broadcasts 32 key matches for free.
• This includes all Mexican national team games in the group stage, the opening match at Estadio Azteca, select knockout rounds, and the final.
• TelevisaUnivision airs matches on Canal 5 and Las Estrellas.
• TV Azteca broadcasts via Azteca 7.
• ViX Premium streams all 104 matches live; about 72 are exclusive to this platform.
• ViX Free Tier offers selected group-stage games with ads.
• Azteca Deportes App and Website stream their 32-match package for free without requiring sign-up.
• TUDN and affiliated pay-TV packages offer televised coverage of Televisa’s matches.

Mexico’s Road to the 2026 World Cup

After reaching the last 16 in Brazil 2014 and pushing the Netherlands to the edge, Mexico returns as one of the hosts. The squad balances experienced players like goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa with a fresh crop of technical talent. Hosting the World Cup feels like the peak of a long rebuilding phase to reclaim dominance in North American soccer.

El Tri secured automatic qualification as co-hosts and have shown strength by winning both the CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup. Forward Raúl Jiménez of Fulham leads their attack, scoring crucial goals during preparations. Manager Javier Aguirre, who took charge in 2024 and has World Cup experience from 2002 and 2010, emphasizes a tactical approach based on disciplined defense and intense pressing.

Aguirre relies on players such as Edson Álvarez, Luis Chávez, and Roberto Alvarado for a controlled, structured style that limits opponents' space. This strategy has worked well but will be challenged against the tough defenses of Group A. The coach must make sure this pragmatic style also allows the team to break through and score decisively.

Where to Watch Mexico vs South Africa Worldwide

Coverage varies by country, with broadcasters including Azteca 7 in Mexico, FOX Network in the USA, TSN in Canada, beIN Sports across parts of Africa and the Middle East, ITV 1 in Great Britain, and many others globally.

Common Questions

• Which group is Mexico in? Group A with South Africa, South Korea, and Czechia.
• Who is Mexico’s first opponent? South Africa on June 11, 2026.
• Where will Mexico be based? Centro de Alto Rendimiento (CAR) in Mexico City.
• Key players? Veteran striker Raúl Jiménez and promising youngster Gilberto Mora.
• TV broadcasters in Mexico? Televisa (Canal 5 & Las Estrellas) and TV Azteca (Azteca 7).
• World Cup appearances? Mexico will be participating for the 18th time, having hosted or co-hosted three times (1970, 1986, 2026).