SportsLine's soccer experts have revealed their World Cup picks and World Cup predictions for Thursday, June 11

South Africa coach Hugo Broos became the oldest coach to manage a World Cup match when his team opened the 2026 World Cup against Mexico on Thursday. He held that record for mere hours. The 74-year-old Belgian broke a record that had stood for 16 years when Greece's Otto Rehhagel became the oldest manager in tournament history in 2010 at the age

On Thursday, Fair Park is set to open it's FIFA fan festival experience, complete with match broadcasts, food, cultural events and concerts.

For Czechia's return to the World Cup, the Czech Republic will have 26-year-old Matej Kovar as its main goalkeeper for the tournament. The PSV goalkeeper has been one of the best players for Czechia.

After a disappointing opening loss, Broos should adopt an offensive 4-4-2 formation featuring Orlando Pirates’ trio against Czechia on Thursday.

Red cards for Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane leave Bafana Bafana weakened, with both set to miss crucial Czechia clash.