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The definitive guide to the expanded 48-team tournament. Explore all 12 groups, follow your national team's path, and prepare for the historic event hosted by USA, Mexico, and Canada.
The groups displayed below reflect the latest projections and official slot allocations. This page updates in real-time. Bookmark this page to stay ahead of the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Draw.
The biggest World Cup ever. 48 nations divided into 12 groups of 4 teams each. A massive expansion from the previous 32-team era.
Top 2 teams from each group + the 8 best 3rd-place teams advance to the Round of 32. Every match counts until the final whistle.
3 matches per team in the group stage. Points system: 3 for a Win, 1 for a Draw, 0 for a Loss. Tiebreakers decided by Goal Difference.
Qualification Path
Playoff D Winner - One of: Denmark, Ireland, Czech Republic, or North Macedonia
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Playoff A Winner - One of: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy, Wales or Northern Ireland
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Playoff C Winner - One of: Slovakia, Kosovo, Turkey or Romania
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Playoff B Winner - One of: Ukraine, Poland, Albania or Sweden
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Playoff 2 Winner - One of: Bolivia, Iraq or Suriname
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Playoff 1 Winner - One of: Jamaica, Democratic Republic of the Congo or New Caledonia
With the expanded field, the concentration of elite teams might dilute, but expect at least one group where three giants collide.
USA, Mexico, and Canada play all group matches on home soil. Can they leverage the home crowd to top their groups?
New slots for CAF, AFC, and CONCACAF mean debutant nations. Who will be the 2026 version of Morocco 2022?
2026 marks the first time three nations co-host the World Cup. It's also the debut of the 48-team format, resulting in 104 total matches—40 more than previous tournaments.
Stay safe during your World Cup trip. Essential safety tips, emergency contacts, and local laws for all host countries.
View Safety GuideEssential travel advice for navigating USA, Mexico, and Canada. Flight booking, accommodation, and packing guides.
Get Travel TipsExplore all 16 world-class venues. Seating charts, stadium amenities, and match schedules for every arena.
View StadiumsEverything you need to know about the World Cup 2026 format and groups.