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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how you can watch match highlights and full match replays during the 2026 Fifa World Cup

The world Cup opening ceremony featuring Shakira and her famous 'Dai-Dai' song will be on display ahead of the kick-off between Mexico and South Africa.

Brazil target a return to former glory as they begin the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the five-time winners get Group C play under way with a difficult match against Morocco on Saturday from MetLife Stadium.

Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.

Mexico vs South Africa Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony, Match 1 Updates: Mexico sealed a dominant 2-0 victory against South Africa in the opening game of FIFA World Cup 2026, in a match that saw three red cards too.

I want to note that these ratings come as a prisoner of the moment. It was an incredible night in Los Angeles as the United States dominated. Here we go. Rating: 8.5 I thought Antonee Robinson was more involved in the attack tonight,

Football tactics correspondent Umir Irfan is answering questions about how Scotland and England will line up in their opening games Mexico start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in Mexico City in a game that featured three red cards - watch highlights Wolves forward Raul Jimenez was emotional after scoring his first goal at a World Cup finals Son Heung-min's South Korea beat Czech Republic 2-1 as Group A takes shape - watch highlights Co-hosts USA and Canada will get their tournament underway later after their own opening ceremonies - see all fixtures here Who will win the World Cup?