FIFA World Cup 2026
Group A
Group A features Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, Czechia. This page connects the teams, schedule, stadiums, standings table and qualification scenarios for the group.
Last updated: May 28, 2026 Sources checked: FIFA, host city pages, official ticketing pages
Group Storylines
Group storylines will evolve as team news, injuries, squad lists and match results are verified. The page is structured to keep team context separate from unsupported squad claims while giving fans a quick route to each team guide.
Qualification Scenarios
Each team plays three group matches. First and second place qualify automatically. Third place can still be enough if the team ranks among the eight best third-placed teams across all groups.
How to Read This Group Page
Use this page as the working hub for Group A. The team links go to team guides, the schedule table shows the group fixtures, and the stadium links help fans check venue-specific planning details. Before the tournament starts, the standings table is intentionally neutral: it shows zero values because no results have been played.
The most important context for Group A is the expanded 2026 qualification route. A third-place finish is not automatically elimination, so goal difference and goals scored can matter even when a team is not leading the group. After results are verified, this page should be updated from match and standings data files rather than by editing the visible copy directly.
Standings
| Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Korea Republic | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Czechia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Schedule
| Match | Date | Local kickoff | ET kickoff | Stage | Status | Team A | Team B | Stadium | City | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 11, 2026 | 13:00 | 15:00 | Group A | Research-verified | Mexico | South Africa | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Details |
| 2 | Group-stage window | TBD | TBD | Group A | Phase window | Korea Republic | Czechia | Official PDF check needed | Toronto | Details |
| 3 | Group-stage window | TBD | TBD | Group A | Phase window | Mexico | Korea Republic | Official PDF check needed | Inglewood | Details |
| 4 | Group-stage window | TBD | TBD | Group A | Phase window | South Africa | Czechia | Official PDF check needed | Vancouver | Details |
| 5 | Group-stage window | TBD | TBD | Group A | Phase window | Mexico | Czechia | Official PDF check needed | Zapopan | Details |
| 6 | Group-stage window | TBD | TBD | Group A | Phase window | South Africa | Korea Republic | Official PDF check needed | Arlington | Details |
Stadiums Involved
- Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City
- Toronto Stadium in Toronto, Ontario
- Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles, California
- BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia
- Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara, Jalisco
- Dallas Stadium in Dallas, Texas
FAQ
Which teams are in Group A?
Group A includes Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, Czechia.
How do teams qualify from Group A?
The top two teams advance automatically. A third-placed team can also advance if it ranks among the eight best third-placed teams.
Are standings final?
No. Before matches are played, standings show zero values and update after verified results.