World Cup 2026 Group A Fixtures, Scores, Results, Standings

World Cup 2026 Group A fixtures (BST time)

• 11 JUN 20:00: Mexico vs South Africa
• 12 JUN 03:00: South Korea vs Czechia
• 18 JUN 17:00: Czechia vs South Africa
• 19 JUN 02:00: Mexico vs South Korea
• 25 JUN 02:00: Czechia vs Mexico
• 25 JUN 02:00: South Africa vs South Korea

Follow every World Cup 2026 Group A matchday in real time with our live match centre which updates instantly to deliver the latest scorelines, goal alerts, and crucial match events as the four nations battle for a spot in the knockout rounds. From the first whistle to dramatic late winners, we'll keep you updated with every kick, card, and VAR decision in Group A.

Match Timelines

Every Group A match features a snapshot of every major incident. You can track individual goalscorers, yellow and red cards, substitutions, and critical VAR incidents.

Advanced Match Statistics and Expected Goals (xG)

Go beyond the basic scoreline with our real-time match statistics for every Group A encounter. We track Expected Goals (xG) to show the quality of chances created, alongside essential performance metrics like possession percentages, shots on target, blocked shots, and corner kicks.

Live Minute-by-Minute Commentary and Video Highlights

Can't watch the game live on TV? Our minute-by-minute text commentary will keep you updated so you won't miss a thing. Our editorial team captures momentum shifts and key passages of play of every Group A match as it happens. Shortly after the final whistle, you can also access official video highlights.

Predicted Lineups, Team News, and Head-to-Head History

Prepare for kickoff with our dedicated pre-match previews, featuring predicted starting lineups that transition into official, confirmed team sheets as soon as they are announced. You can also see previous head-to-head (H2H) results between the nations.

Follow the live Group A standings to see who qualifies for the knockout stage

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• Group D fixtures
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• Group F fixtures
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• Group H fixtures
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• Group J fixtures
• Group K fixtures
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World Cup 2026 Group A preview and predictions

Group A - Co-hosts Mexico should justify favouritism

Best Bets

• Mexico to win Group A
• Mexico-Czech Republic straight forecast

Written by Tom Clark

Mexico

Host nations regularly fare well in international tournaments and a kind draw means Mexico are well placed to continue that trend in 2026. El Tri will be roared on by passionate support throughout the finals and the familiar conditions are another obvious advantage. Mexico narrowly missed out on the knockout stages of Qatar 2022 as they ended the group level on points with Poland but one goal worse off.

Expect lessons to have been learned and El Tri to keep their foot on the gas to ensure qualification from Group A. There are still doubts over whether Mexico have the required cutting edge to challenge the elite nations later in the competition, but a soft section should see them progress comfortably as group winners. They are expected to begin with victory over South Africa before meetings with South Korea and the Czech Republic, and seven points is likely to be enough to take top spot. A settled squad, recent World Cup experience - something group rivals South Africa and the Czech Republic do not have - and a strong home backing all point towards Mexico making a fast start.

Czech Republic

The main intrigue comes in the battle for second place, where backing the Czech Republic appeals. Tournament football often suits disciplined, organised teams and that has long been a strength of the Czechs. They may lack star names but they are physically strong, difficult to break down and usually dependable in tight matches. Having come through the European play-offs, the Czechs are experienced in performing under pressure.

South Korea

Their opening contest with South Korea could prove pivotal and victory in that match would leave them in an excellent position to qualify. South Korea arrive with far less momentum than in previous years after friendly defeats this year - they lost to fellow finalists Ivory Coast (4-0) and Austria (1-0) in March - and pressure is growing on manager Hong Myung-Bo as a result. There is still talent in the squad, including former Tottenham star Son Heung-Min and PSG forward Lee Kang-In, and they will be well backed in the stands - but recent evidence suggests they remain vulnerable defensively. Too often they have looked open when pressed aggressively, and that could be a concern against determined opposition. Fail to take points from the opening match and the pressure will quickly build before a difficult assignment against Mexico.

South Africa

South Africa should be competitive and committed, particularly from set-pieces, but Bafana Bafana may simply lack the quality and experience to push for qualification. They are capable of making games awkward but could struggle for goals outside of deadball situations against stronger opponents. Their group finale against South Korea will likely be key to their prospects, with third place perhaps the best either side can reasonably expect. Even so, they may need more than three points to have any realistic chance of sneaking through in third. The expanded format means a third-placed finish can still bring about qualification, but Group A does not look like a section where four points will be easy to collect. Mexico and the Czech Republic are therefore fancied to take the two automatic places.

Who will be the top scorer of World Cup Group A?

Raul Jimenez remains a key player for Mexico, having been his nation’s joint-top scorer during their 2025 Gold Cup victory. At 35 years old, he scored 10 goals across all competitions for Fulham this season and is eager to score his first World Cup finals goal. Challenging Jimenez for top scorer honors could be South Korea captain Son Heung-min, who led his country’s qualifying campaign with 10 goals and currently holds the record for the most World Cup goals for the Taegeuk Warriors with three.