๐ 2026 FIFA World Cup
United States • Canada • Mexico • 48 Teams • 104 Matches
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About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the 23rd edition of the tournament, hosted across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. For the first time, the tournament features 48 teams divided into 12 groups of 4. The top 2 teams from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to a Round of 32 knockout stage.
- Dates: June 11 – July 19, 2026
- Host nations: USA, Canada, Mexico
- Teams: 48 (expanded from 32)
- Groups: 12 groups of 4 teams (A through L)
- Total matches: 104
- Opening match: Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
- Final: July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
Tournament Format
Group stage: 12 groups of 4 teams, each team plays 3 matches. Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss.
Advancing: Top 2 teams from each group (24) plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32.
Knockout stage: Single-elimination from Round of 32 through to the Final. Extra time and penalties if needed.