TV Azteca locks in seven blockbuster friendlies before 2026 World Cup kickoff
TV Azteca has secured the rights to broadcast a series of high-profile friendly matches ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Mexican network will air seven key fixtures in June, featuring teams like Mexico, Brazil, and England. The crazy games form part of a broader schedule, with ViX confirmed as the sole streaming platform for all tournament matches when the competition begins. The lineup begins on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa. Two days later, the United States will take on Paraguay, followed by Brazil's clash against Morocco on June 13. The Netherlands and Japan meet on June 14, while Argentina plays Algeria on June 16. England's match against Croatia is set for June 17, with Mexico closing the schedule against South Korea on June 18. TV Azteca has announced 30 games in total, leaving two slots open for Mexico's potential games in the round-of-16. For the 2026 World Cup itself, ViX will stream every match live. The tournament expands to 104 games, with 13 held in Mexico—mostly group-stage encounters. All knockout matches from the quarterfinals onward will take place in the United States. Fans in Mexico can watch the June crazy games on TV Azteca, while ViX remains the only platform for full tournament coverage. The network's schedule includes major teams, ensuring broad appeal before the expanded World Cup kicks off in 2026. The two reserved slots suggest confidence in Mexico's progression beyond the group stage.
