What are the 2026 World Cup groups and group table?
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup features 12 groups (A through L) with 4 teams each, totaling 48 nations in the expanded tournament format. The top 2 teams from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams will advance to the Round of 32, creating a 32-team knockout stage.
This marks the first World Cup with 48 teams, requiring a new group structure compared to previous tournaments that used 8 groups of 4 teams each.
Complete 2026 World Cup Group Lineup
Group A: Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, Czech Republic
Group B: Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland
Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland
Group D: United States, Paraguay, Australia, Turkey
Group E: Germany, Curaçao, Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador
Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia
Group G: Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
Group H: Spain, Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay
Group I: France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway
Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
Group K: Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia
Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama
Qualification Format
The expanded format creates more opportunities for advancement while maintaining competitive group play. With 8 third-placed teams qualifying, every match matters as teams fight not just for the top two spots but potentially for one of the coveted third-place positions. Track live scores and build your tournament bracket on Bola 2026 as the action unfolds.
Frequently asked questions
How many teams advance from each 2026 World Cup group?
The top 2 teams from each of the 12 groups automatically advance, plus the 8 best third-placed teams, totaling 32 teams for the knockout rounds.
Which teams are in Group A of the 2026 World Cup?
Group A consists of Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, and Czech Republic.
How is the 2026 World Cup format different from previous tournaments?
The 2026 World Cup expands from 32 to 48 teams, using 12 groups of 4 teams instead of the previous 8 groups format.