Official starting lineups for Mexico vs South Africa – World Cup 2026
Mexico hosts South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both sides eager to make a strong first impression as the tournament gets underway.
Here are the official lineups for Mexico vs South Africa:
Mexico (4-3-3 / 4-2-3-1)
GK: Raúl Rangel (1)
DF: César Montes (C), Johan Vásquez, Israel Reyes, Jesús Gallardo
MF: Érik Lira, Álvaro Fidalgo, Brian Gutiérrez
FW: Raúl Jiménez, Julián Quiñones, Roberto Alvarado
Coach: Javier Aguirre
South Africa (5-3-2 / 4-4-2)
GK: Ronwen Williams (C)
DF: Aubrey Modiba, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Khuliso Mudau, Ime Okon
MF: Teboho Mokoena, Sphephelo Sithole, Jayden Adams
FW: Lyle Foster, Iqraam Rayners
Coach: Hugo Broos
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