5 June 2026
World Cup 2026 Group A preview: teams, favourites & predictions
Group A of the 2026 World Cup lines up Mexico, South Korea, South Africa and Czechia. With the top two and the best third-placed teams advancing to the new Round of 32, there is room for surprises.
| Team | Confederation |
|---|---|
| Mexico | CONCACAF (North America) |
| South Korea | AFC (Asia) |
| South Africa | CAF (Africa) |
| Czechia | UEFA (Europe) |
On paper, Mexico look like the group favourites, with South Korea their closest challenger and Czechia a possible dark horse. Make your own call on who finishes where in the predictor.
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