List of all the Fifa World Cup 2026 Groups
The FIFA World Cup 2026 features 48 national teams competing across 12 groups from Group A to Group L. Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament will be the largest FIFA World Cup in history, featuring 104 matches across 16 host cities. Follow all FIFA World Cup 2026 group tables, standings, points, goal difference, wins, draws, losses, qualification scenarios, and team rankings in one place. Track the progress of football nations including Brazil, Argentina, France, England, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Morocco, Nigeria, Ghana, United States, Mexico, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and many more as they battle for a place in the knockout stage. The top two teams from each group, along with the best third-placed teams, will advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds on the road to the final.
Group A
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Mexico
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 2 |
South Korea
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 |
Czechia
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| 4 |
South Africa
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
Group B
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Canada
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 4 |
| 2 |
Switzerland
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| 3 |
Bosnia-Herzegovina
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 1 |
| 4 |
Qatar
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -6 | 1 |
Group C
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Brazil
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| 2 |
Morocco
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 3 |
Scotland
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |
Haiti
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 0 |
Group D
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
United States
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 |
| 2 |
Australia
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 |
Paraguay
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| 4 |
Turkey
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 0 |
Group E
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Germany
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
| 2 |
Ivory Coast
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 |
Ecuador
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 |
Curaçao
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -6 | 0 |
Group F
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sweden
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 |
Japan
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 |
Netherlands
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 |
Tunisia
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -4 | 0 |
Group G
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
New Zealand
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 |
Iran
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 |
Belgium
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 |
Egypt
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Group H
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Uruguay
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 |
Saudi Arabia
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 |
Spain
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 |
Cape Verde Islands
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Group I
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Norway
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 2 |
France
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 3 |
Senegal
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 |
Iraq
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
Group J
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Argentina
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 2 |
Austria
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 3 |
Jordan
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 |
Algeria
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
Group K
4 Teams| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Colombia
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 |
Congo DR
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 |
Portugal
|
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 |
Uzbekistan
|
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
How the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Works
The FIFA World Cup 2026 introduces a new format featuring:
- 48 national teams
- 12 groups (Group A–L)
- 4 teams per group
- 104 total matches
- 16 host cities
- 3 host nations (USA, Canada, Mexico)
The top two teams from each group automatically qualify for the Round of 32, while the best third-placed teams also advance to the knockout rounds.
What Do The Standings Columns Mean?
| Column | Meaning |
|---|---|
| P | Matches Played |
| W | Wins |
| D | Draws |
| L | Losses |
| GD | Goal Difference |
| PTS | Points |
Teams receive:
0 points for a loss
3 points for a win
1 point for a draw
Group Stage Key Dates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Match | June 11, 2026 |
| Group Stage Begins | June 11, 2026 |
| Group Stage Ends | June 27, 2026 |
| Round of 32 Begins | June 28, 2026 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many groups are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
There are 12 groups, labeled Group A through Group L.
How many teams qualify from each group?
The top two teams from every group automatically qualify, while the best third-place teams also advance.
How many teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
A record 48 teams will compete in FIFA World Cup 2026.
Where is the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held?
The tournament will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 start?
The opening match is scheduled for June 11, 2026.