Mexico vs South Africa: Where to watch, TV channel, kick-off time and live stream details

Bafana Bafana kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign with a tricky match against co-hosts Mexico on Thursday, June 11, and there are various channels to watch the game in South Africa.

Hugo Broos’ men will be looking to start with a flourish at the Azteca Stadium, and thousands of miles away in South Africa, everyone will be hoping that they begin with a win. South Africans wishing to bet on the game have a number of sites to choose from.

The team’s journey begins with a high-profile opening match against Mexico, and their group stage campaign will continue with fixtures against the Czech Republic and South Korea.

After failing to advance beyond the group stages in their three previous appearances in 1998, 2002, and 2010, there is renewed hope that this year’s squad can finally reach the knockout rounds.

For supporters in South Africa wanting to follow every moment of the action, here is a comprehensive guide on how to watch the tournament.

Television broadcasts

In South Africa, SuperSport and the SABC are the official broadcasters for the 2026 World Cup.

SuperSport will provide comprehensive coverage, broadcasting all 104 tournament matches live. This service will be available to subscribers on DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, and Access packages.

The SABC will air 34 live matches, including the tournament opener and all of Bafana Bafana’s games on SABC 1. The remaining fixtures will be shown on SABC 3. Broadcasts will be available in English and all official South African languages.

Live streaming options

For fans who prefer to stream the games, DStv Stream offers live access to every match, allowing viewers to watch from anywhere on their preferred device via the DStv app.

SABC+ will also provide full live streaming of its allocated World Cup matches within South Africa. Here are the best-known bookmakers for a World Cup live stream.

Additionally, global audiences can access live content through the official YouTube channels of participating broadcasters. Both SuperSport and the SABC may opt to stream the first 10 minutes of each match on their YouTube channels, along with previews, highlights, and other exclusive content.

The official FIFA YouTube channel is also expected to offer extended highlights, match recaps, and behind-the-scenes footage throughout the tournament.

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South Africa vs Mexico kick-off time

Bafana Bafana’s clash against Mexico will kick off at 21:00 (South African time) on Thursday, June 11, at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.