The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues on Friday, June 12, with two highly anticipated fixtures involving co-hosts Canada and the United States.
The matches come just hours after the tournament officially kicked off with action in Mexico and Guadalajara, where fans witnessed the first results of the expanded 48-team competition.
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Thursday’s Results Set the Tone

Hosts Mexico got their campaign off to a winning start with a 2-0 victory over South Africa at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. The result handed El Tri an early advantage in Group A and delighted a packed home crowd.

In the tournament’s second match, South Korea fought back to defeat Czechia 2-1 in Guadalajara. Midfielder Hwang In-beom inspired the comeback before substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu struck the decisive goal late in the match.“

South Korea showed resilience after falling behind to claim an important opening victory.”

Friday’s Fixtures

Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

Group BVenue: Toronto Stadium (BMO Field), Toronto, CanadaKick-off: 3:00 pm ET (10:00 pm EAT)

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Canada will make history by playing their first-ever World Cup match on home soil. Expectations are high for a side that has steadily risen in international football over recent years.

United States vs Paraguay

Group D

Venue: Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California)Kick-off: 6:00 pm local time / 9:00 pm ET (4:00 am EAT on Saturday) (SoFi Stadium)
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The United States will look to capitalise on home support when they begin their campaign against a traditionally competitive Paraguayan side.
“The United States and Canada carry the hopes of two host nations as they begin their World Cup journeys on Friday.”

Tournament Expands, Expectations Rise

The 2026 World Cup is the largest in history, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Friday’s fixtures will provide an early indication of whether the two North American hosts can build on Mexico’s successful opening-night performance.

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With Canada seeking a memorable home debut and the United States aiming to make a strong statement before a packed crowd in Los Angeles, football fans can expect another day of intense competition as the world’s biggest sporting event gathers momentum.