Mexico and South Korea launched their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaigns with victories on Thursday, establishing an early lead in Group A. Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in their opening match, securing three points as tournament co-hosts. South Korea also claimed a win, defeating the Czech Republic, though specific details of the scoreline were not immediately available. These initial results place both Mexico and South Korea at the top of Group A. The matches were played on June 12, 2026, marking the start of the highly anticipated tournament. Further competition is expected as other teams in the group vie for qualification. These wins provide a positive start for both host nations.