Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca is set to become the first stadium to host opening matches at three separate FIFA World Cups, according to multiple reports. The venue is scheduled to stage the tournament’s opener, with Mexico playing South Africa on Thursday, June 11, marking the latest chapter for the iconic stadium. Sources also note that Estadio Azteca previously hosted World Cup tournaments in 1970 and 1986, reinforcing its long-standing role in major international football events. The stadium is described as Mexico’s historic and iconic venue, and organizers expect significant global attention for the opening fixture given the match’s profile and the stadium’s “first time” distinction. Across outlets, the common emphasis is on the historical milestone—hosting matches across three World Cups—and the specific plan for the 2026 tournament opener involving Mexico and South Africa. No competing venues or alternative match details are presented in the reports.