Group A Decided: Mexico and South Africa learn Round of 32 venues and potential opponents
© David Ramos/Getty ImagesMexico was the group winnerAnother group has been completed, with Group A of the2026 World Cupcoming to an end after three matches. MexicoandSouth Africawere the teams to reach the. . .
© David Ramos/Getty ImagesMexico was the group winnerAnother group has been completed, with Group A of the2026 World Cupcoming to an end after three matches. MexicoandSouth Africawere the teams to reach the next round, with the latter doing so in a surprise result. For Mexico, there was nothing to play for in the final match, as they had already secured first place because a possible tie on points with South Korea would favor them thanks to the direct result. Even so,they still beat Czechia 3-0. With history on the line for South Africa, the team showed its best version in its most important match ever. They reached the next round after beating South Korea 1-0in a very tense environment. Round of 32 venues and potential opponentsWhile there may be a third team from this group in the next round because the expansion to 48 teams also includes the eight best third-placed teams,not all the rivals of Mexico and South Africa are decided. Jonathan David was the captain in Canada’s loss that left them second (Fran Santiago/Getty Images)The importance of winning the group was especially huge for Mexico because they are going to play their Round of 32 match in their own country. That match was set for June 30 atEstadio Azteca against a third-placed team from Groups C, E, F, H or Ithat has not yet been determined. see alsoCristiano Ronaldo’s iconic celebration takes 2026 World Cup center stage despite goal wait as South Africa’s Teboho Mokoena honors Portugal captainFor South Africa, the match comes much sooner,as they will play Canadaon June 28 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Canada finished second in their group with 4 points. Group A standings200+ Channels & Local SportsPrice: Plans starting at $14. 99/mo (Latino)Watch Ligue 1, Copa Libertadores & World Cup QualifiersEvery MLS Match in One PlacePrice: $12. 99/mo (Now included with standard subscription)Watch every MLS regular season game, Playoffs & Leagues CupMany Sports & ESPN OriginalsPrice: $11. 99/mo (or ESPN Unlimited for $29. 99/mo)Features LaLiga, Bundesliga, FA Cup & NWSL2,000+ Soccer Games Per YearPrice: Starting at $8. 99/moFeatures Champions League, Serie A & Europa LeagueHome of the Premier LeaguePrice: Starting at $10. 99/mo175+ Exclusive EPL matches per seasonMexicosouth africa