Fernando Narro

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Appearances Over Time

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

Mexico is heavily favored.

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

They're playing in front of more than 85,000 home fans.

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

They're ranked 14th in the world on FIFA's official rankings.

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

And South Africa is ranked 60th.

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

They're, in paper, the weakest team in the group for Mexico.

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

So this should be a game for them to win.

NPR News: 06-11-2026 4PM EDT

But, you know, the World Cup, nothing is guaranteed.