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Mexico vs. South Africa (Group A, Matchday 1)
The curtain-raiser of the tournament at the iconic Estadio Azteca is far more than a ceremonial homecoming for El Tri; it is a high-stakes, must-win fixture to set the tone for their campaign. On paper, Mexico holds a distinct upper hand, blending seasoned tournament veterans with a burgeoning core playing across Europe's top flights.
In contrast, while Bafana Bafana have developed a reputation for tactical resilience in African competition, they still look distinctively thin in terms of squad depth and elite, top-tier pedigree. As the opening match of the tournament, the result here will serve as a massive bellwether for the Group A landscape. With a technically proficient Czech Republic side and a relentlessly physical South Korea looming in the group, a victory here immediately puts the winner in the driver's seat for the top spot. Conversely, the loser will face an uphill battle against elimination, a scenario that directly impacts potential round-of-16 cross-over fixtures against heavyweights from other groups.
All eyes will be on Mexico’s talismanic frontman, Raúl Jiménez, currently plying his trade at Fulham; his penalty-box instincts and physical presence will be the ultimate weapon to breach South Africa's low block. South Africa, meanwhile, will lean heavily on a tight-knit tactical spine built primarily around domestic powerhouses Mamelodi Sundowns. How well this cohesive group handles the absolute cauldron of the Azteca will dictate whether they can pull off a historic opening-day upset.
Mexico FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
South Africa FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina (Group B, Matchday 1)
Set against a sea of crimson at Toronto’s BMO Field, Canada’s golden generation faces a stern, old-school European test against a gritty Bosnia and Herzegovina side—a classic stylistic clash between modern kinetic pace and rigid tactical steel.
On paper, the Canadians possess world-class dynamic threat, capable of overloading flanks and transition moments with pure, unadulterated speed. Bosnia, by contrast, relies on a highly disciplined defensive shape, towering physical stature across the spine, and deep continental savvy to turn their half into an absolute fortress. In a Group B setup that features a polished Swiss side and an unpredictable Qatar, this opener is virtually a direct knockout match for the second qualification spot. Should The Les Rouges maximize home-field advantage and take all three points, it would not only ignite a historic push for the knockout stages but also provide immense tactical breathing room ahead of their clash with Switzerland. On the flip side, if Bosnia executes a textbook away performance to steal a victory, they will seize total control of the group's destiny, forcing Canada into high-risk, desperate chasing tailored to counter-attacks.
The marquee individual matchup is mouth-watering: Alphonso Davies, Canada's undisputed superstar, offers an uncatchable wing-back profile whose sheer gravity drives the entire Canadian attack. To counter this, Bosnia will look to Edin Džeko, the ageless elite marksman with decades of top-tier European pedigree, whose clinical finishing remains the ultimate equalizer capable of settling the tie in a single moment.
Canada FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
Bosnia and Herzegovina FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
Brazil vs. Morocco (Group C, Matchday 1)
MetLife Stadium plays host to a truly heavyweight, blockbuster encounter as A Seleção lock horns with the Atlas Lions of Morocco—a fixture that has fans worldwide counting down the minutes.
Positioned strictly on paper metrics, five-time champions Brazil boast an embarrassment of riches, rolling out elite club starters in every single position with a terrifying depth of talent off the bench. However, Morocco, the historic African semifinalists of the last World Cup, return with a highly unified tactical identity, an ironclad defensive structure, and a devastating counter-attacking efficiency already proven on the grandest stage. With Scotland and Haiti rounding out Group C, this heavyweight bout is a direct battle for the top spot, which carries the massive reward of avoiding tournament favorites in the Round of 16 and securing a significantly smoother path through the bracket. A convincing win for Brazil asserts their status as rightful tournament favorites; an upset by Morocco, however, completely shatters the projected bracket and throws the knockout seedings into absolute chaos.
Brazil's focal point is undoubtedly Vinícius Júnior, currently operating at the absolute peak of his powers; his isolation-destroying dribbling and direct threat off the left wing comprise Brazil’s sharpest blade. This sets up the tactical matchup of the tournament against Achraf Hakimi, Paris Saint-Germain’s world-class right-back. Hakimi's two-way engine and elite recovery pace make his direct duel with Vinícius an unmissable, elite-level chess match on the flank.
Brazil FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
Morocco FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
USA vs. Paraguay (Group D, Matchday 1)
Beneath the futuristic canopy of SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the USMNT kicks off their home campaign with a brutal litmus test against a relentlessly physical Paraguay side—a fascinating matchup pitting CONCACAF’s technically gifted, Euro-centric starlets against traditional South American defensive triage.
Man for man, the U.S. fields perhaps the most naturally talented, top-flight roster in their history, giving them the edge in market value and tactical versatility. Yet, Paraguay brings the trademark Albirroja bite, defined by suffocating midfield pressing and a lethal aerial threat on set-pieces that can unravel the most composed teams. With a dangerous Turkey side and a stubborn Australia completing Group D, this opener stands as the definitive dividing line for qualification. For the USMNT to replicate historic tournament runs on home soil, securing three points here is the absolute baseline. A opening win buys vital tactical leverage before facing a savvy Turkish side; a slip-up, however, immediately transforms home-field advantage into a suffocating pressure cooker, risking the ultimate disaster of a host-nation group-stage exit.
The American vanguard is led by Christian Pulisic; "Captain America's" creative spark, elite ball-carrying, and international leadership remain the USMNT's primary solution for unlocking stubborn defenses. Paraguay’s spoiler hopes rest squarely on the shoulders of midfield engine Miguel Almirón, formerly of Newcastle United. Almirón’s lung-busting transitional speed and ability to strike from distance pose an immediate, lethal threat to a high-line U.S. defense prone to over-committing.
United States FIFA World Cup 26-man squad
Paraguay FIFA World Cup 26-man squad