FIFA World Cup 2026™
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is currently underway, marking a historic milestone as the largest and most expansive edition of the tournament ever held. Co-hosted by three nations—the United States, Canada, and Mexico —the tournament runs from June 11 through July 19, 2026 . Tournament Format & Expansion For the first time in history, the competition features 48 national teams (expanded from the traditional 32-team format). The Group Stage: Teams are divided into 12 groups of 4 (Groups A through L). Knockout Progression: The top two teams from each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, advance to a brand-new Round of 32 knockout phase. Match Volume: The total number of tournament matches has expanded significantly to 104 games . Tournament Schedule Breakdown The 39-day tournament spans the following windows: Group Stage: June 11 – June 27 Round of 32: June 28 – July 3 Round of 16: July 4 – July 7 Quarterfinals: July 9 – July 11 Semifinals...