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World Cup 2026 fixtures, results and group tables (opens original article in a new tab)

TL;DR

The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams in 12 groups, with 104 matches across Mexico, Canada, and the US, including 78 in the US. The top two from each group and eight best third-place teams will advance.

  • 48 nations divided into 12 groups for the 2026 World Cup
  • Top two from each group and eight best third-place teams qualify for round of 32
  • Mexico, Canada, and USA host 13, 13, and 78 games respectively

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