Tournament Groups · 2026

2026 World Cup Groups

The 48-team field is confirmed and drawn into 12 groups (A–L). All UEFA playoffs resolved — Czechia, Türkiye, Sweden, and Bosnia & Herzegovina completed the European contingent.

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All 48 teams confirmed. The draw was held on 5 December 2025 in Washington, D.C. UEFA playoffs decided the final European qualifiers (Czechia, Türkiye, Sweden, Bosnia & Herzegovina). Group-stage matches begin 8 June 2026.

Advancement rules: Top 2 from each group plus the 8 best third-place finishers advance to the Round of 16. Third-place rankings are determined by points, then goal difference, then goals scored across all 12 groups.