Who is going to qualify for the World Cup knockout rounds? (opens original article in a new tab)

The World Cup group phase determines 32 teams for the knockout rounds based on points, head-to-head results, and tie-breakers like goal difference and team conduct score.

• 16 teams are eliminated after the group phase, leaving 32 to advance to the knockout rounds.
• Teams are ranked by points, head-to-head results, goal difference, goals scored, team conduct score, and FIFA rankings if needed.
• The knockout round includes group winners vs. runners-up and third-place teams facing other group winners.