The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to feature 48 teams divided into 12 groups of four, with the tournament taking place across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The competition will commence on Thursday, June 11, when co-hosts Mexico face South Africa at the Mexico City Stadium. The final match will occur on Sunday, July 19, in New York New Jersey.

Group Standings Overview

As the tournament approaches, the group standings are now established. Each group will consist of four teams, with the following lineups:

Group A: Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, Czechia
Group B: Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland
Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland
Group D: USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye
Group E: Germany, among others.

Qualification and Tie-Breakers

The tournament will determine which teams progress to the knockout stage, with specific qualification rules and tie-breakers in place for teams that finish level on points. Details on these regulations will be crucial for fans and teams alike as they navigate the group stage.

With the excitement building for the World Cup 2026, fans can look forward to an action-packed tournament filled with competitive matches and memorable moments.