For the first time ever, 48 teams compete at a single World Cup. The 2026 tournament runs from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with 12 groups of four determined by the draw in Washington D.C. on December 5, 2025. Seven Arab nations are in the field: Iraq, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia and Qatar. Every group, every team and all standings in one place — updated after every matchday.
The 2026 World Cup at a Glance
Dates: June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Format: 48 teams, 12 groups of four. The top two teams from each group advance to the Round of 32, alongside the eight best third-placed teams. From the Round of 32 onward, the tournament is a single-elimination knockout.
Hosts: United States, Canada and Mexico. 16 stadiums across 16 host cities.
Final: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, July 19.
Arab nations: Iraq (Group I), Morocco (Group C), Saudi Arabia (Group H), Egypt (Group G), Algeria (Group J), Tunisia (Group F), Qatar (Group B).
Official fixtures and standings: FIFA.com.
All 12 Groups
Group A: Mexico, South Korea, South Africa, Czechia
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Mexico | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Korea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Czechia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Co-host Mexico open the tournament on June 11 in Mexico City, making this one of the most watched opening games in World Cup history. South Korea carry Asia’s hopes alongside Japan. South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since they hosted it in 2010. Czechia qualified via the UEFA play-offs after eliminating Denmark on penalties.
Group B: Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Switzerland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Qatar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Co-host Canada play their home group games in front of their own fans. Qatar return to defend their title as the only team to have competed at a World Cup they hosted (2022), though they were eliminated in the group stage that time. Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified dramatically, eliminating Italy on penalties — Italy miss the World Cup for the third consecutive time.
Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, Haiti
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Brazil | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Morocco | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scotland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Haiti | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
One of the groups of the tournament. Brazil open against Morocco on June 13, a match between a five-time world champion and the team that reached the semi-finals in 2022. Scotland return to their first World Cup since 1998. Haiti make their World Cup debut. Morocco are Africa’s strongest representatives and the Arab world’s biggest hope for a deep run.
Group D: USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| USA | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Paraguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Türkiye | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Co-host USA play in front of their own fans throughout the group stage. Türkiye qualified via the UEFA play-offs. Australia, semifinalists at the 2022 World Cup, make their return. Paraguay are South America’s dark horse in this group.
Group E: Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curaçao
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ivory Coast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Curaçao | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Germany are rebuilding under Julian Nagelsmann after their group stage exit in 2022 and are hungry to go deep in this tournament. Ecuador and Ivory Coast both have the quality to challenge for second. Curaçao make their World Cup debut as the smallest nation in the tournament by population.
Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, Sweden
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Netherlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Japan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tunisia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sweden | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Netherlands, quarter-finalists in 2022, are one of the tournament favourites. Japan qualified automatically from Asia and are one of the most consistent teams from that confederation. Tunisia are the Arab world’s representatives in Group F. Sweden return to the World Cup for the first time since 2018 after qualifying through the UEFA play-offs.
Group G: Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Belgium | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Egypt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Iran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Belgium’s golden generation makes what may be its final collective appearance at a major tournament. Egypt are Africa’s most successful nation historically and the Arab world’s strongest representatives in this group. Egypt open against Belgium, which is already one of the group stage’s most anticipated fixtures.
Group H: Spain, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Spain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uruguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cape Verde | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Spain are the reigning European champions and one of the tournament’s outright favourites. Saudi Arabia carry the memory of their famous 2-1 win over Argentina at Qatar 2022. Uruguay are experienced and capable of producing results against anyone. Cape Verde make their World Cup debut.
Group I: France, Senegal, Norway, Iraq
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| France | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Senegal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Norway | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Iraq | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Iraq return to the World Cup for the first time since 1986, drawn against two-time champions France, a Senegal side led by Sadio Mane, and Norway with Erling Haaland. France are among the favourites for the title. Iraq’s qualification after 40 years is the biggest story in Arab football this year.
Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Argentina | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Algeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Austria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Defending champions Argentina open their title defence against Algeria. Lionel Messi leads a squad aiming to win back-to-back World Cups for the first time since Brazil in 1958 and 1962. Algeria are the Arab world’s most experienced World Cup team. Jordan make their World Cup debut — a historic first for the Hashemite Kingdom.
Group K: Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan, DR Congo
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Portugal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Colombia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| DR Congo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Portugal are led by Cristiano Ronaldo, who at 41 makes his sixth and almost certainly final World Cup appearance. Colombia qualified comfortably from CONMEBOL. Uzbekistan make their World Cup debut. DR Congo return to the World Cup under their current name for the first time.
Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Croatia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ghana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Panama | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
England are one of the top seeds and one of the favourites for the title. Croatia, runners-up in 2018 and third in 2022, are the tournament’s most consistent overperformers. Ghana return after missing the 2022 tournament. Panama make their second World Cup appearance.
Arab Nations at World Cup 2026
Seven Arab nations qualified for the 2026 World Cup, the highest number in history. Here is where each one is placed and their group stage schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many groups are there at the 2026 World Cup?
There are 12 groups of four teams at the 2026 World Cup. The top two teams from each group, plus the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32.
How many Arab nations are at the 2026 World Cup?
Seven Arab nations qualified for the 2026 World Cup: Iraq, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia and Qatar. It is the largest number of Arab teams ever to compete at a single World Cup.
Which group is Iraq in at the 2026 World Cup?
Iraq are in Group I alongside France, Senegal and Norway. Their first match is against Norway on June 16 in Boston.
Which group is Morocco in at the 2026 World Cup?
Morocco are in Group C alongside Brazil, Scotland and Haiti. Their first match is against Brazil on June 13 in New Jersey.
Where is the 2026 World Cup final?
The final takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
