What are the 2026 World Cup groups and group table?
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The 2026 World Cup features 12 groups (A through L) with 4 teams each, totaling 48 nations. The top 2 teams from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams will advance to the knockout stage, creating a 32-team round of 32.
This expanded format represents the largest World Cup in history, with groups spanning from Mexico's Group A to England's Group L, featuring traditional powerhouses alongside emerging nations across all confederations.
Complete 2026 World Cup Group Breakdown
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
The expanded format ensures maximum drama as 8 third-placed teams will compete for the final knockout spots. Fans can track live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026 throughout the competition.
Frequently asked questions
How many teams advance from each 2026 World Cup group?
The top 2 teams from each of the 12 groups advance automatically, plus the 8 best third-placed teams, creating a 32-team knockout stage.
Which groups have the strongest teams in 2026?
Groups C (Brazil), E (Germany), H (Spain), I (France), J (Argentina), K (Portugal), and L (England) feature traditional World Cup powerhouses as group leaders.
What timezone are 2026 World Cup match times in?
All official match times are listed in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Fans should convert these times to their local timezone for accurate viewing schedules.