Mexico City – 12.06.2026: The FIFA World Cup 2026 began on June 11, 2026, with the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. The game took place at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City and ended with a 2-0 victory for Mexico. The French national team will play their first match on June 16, 2026, against Senegal at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The unique setup of this tournament, which for the first time includes 48 teams and is held across three countries, has already triggered numerous reactions on social media. Fans worldwide are discussing the impact of this expanded format on the competition and the chances of their respective teams. Especially the French supporters are showing great interest in their team’s performance and are exchanging views on the upcoming matches.
FIFA has announced that the World Cup will be held from June 11 to July 19, 2026, in 16 cities across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. A total of 104 matches will take place, making this the largest tournament in history. The opening ceremony and the first match took place at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, one of the most famous stadiums in the world.
The French national team, which is in Group G, will face Senegal in their first match on June 16, 2026. This game will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, one of the largest stadiums in the USA. The matchup promises to be an exciting duel between two talented teams.
Discussions about the impact of the expanded format on the competition are already ongoing on social media. Fans are exchanging views about their teams’ chances and are speculating about the possible surprises this tournament might bring. French supporters are showing particular interest in their team’s performance and are hoping for a successful start to the tournament.