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2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with Mexico vs. South Africa in Mexico City
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Joy Burton | NBC News and DAVID BRANDT | The Associated Press , as published by NBC DFW
· June 11, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information about the tournament, including its schedule and participating teams, is available from NBC DFW, although it is known that 48 teams will compete in 104 matches across 16 stadiums over 39 days.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, with the first match taking place in Mexico City between Mexico and South Africa. This international soccer tournament is being hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Further information about the tournament, including its schedule and participating teams, is available from NBC DFW, although it is known that 48 teams will compete in 104 matches across 16 stadiums over 39 days.
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Category: government Published: June 11, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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