FIFA World Cup 2026

World Cup 2026 Groups — All 48 Teams & Draw Results

All 12 groups, 48 teams — complete World Cup 2026 group stage breakdown

48

Teams

104

Matches

16

Venues

Jun 11 — Jul 19

2026

Explore Our World Cup 2026 Groups Coverage

Article 1

World Cup 2026 Draw Results — All 12 Groups Revealed

Full results from the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw. How 48 teams were placed into 12 groups across USA, Mexico, and Canada.

Article 2

World Cup 2026 Group A — Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic & More

Group A analysis: Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, and UEFA playoff winner. Matches, venues, and predictions.

Article 3

World Cup 2026 Group B — Portugal, Iran & Contenders

Group B breakdown with Portugal and Iran. Match schedule, head-to-head analysis, and qualification predictions.

Article 4

World Cup 2026 Group C — Brazil, Morocco, Haiti & Scotland

Brazil leads Group C with Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland. Samba flair meets Celtic grit in full group analysis.

Article 5

World Cup 2026 Group D — USA's Home Group Breakdown

USA faces Paraguay, Australia, and a UEFA playoff winner in Group D. USMNT schedule, predictions, and qualification odds.

Article 6

World Cup 2026 Group E — Spain, Netherlands & Challengers

Group E features Spain and Netherlands in a blockbuster pairing. Full analysis, head-to-head, and odds.

Article 7

World Cup 2026 Group F — Japan, Peru, Denmark & OFC Winner

Group F analysis featuring Japan, Peru, and Denmark. Asian and South American challengers meet Scandinavian grit.

Article 8

World Cup 2026 Group G — Belgium, Cameroon, Ecuador & Bolivia

Group G pits Belgium against Cameroon, Ecuador, and Bolivia. European quality meets African and South American flair.

Article 9

World Cup 2026 Group H — Poland, Saudi Arabia & Playoff Teams

Group H features Poland and Saudi Arabia alongside CAF and intercontinental playoff winners.

Article 10

World Cup 2026 Group I — Germany, Serbia, Chile & Uzbekistan

Group I analysis: four-time champions Germany face Serbia, Chile, and Uzbekistan. Full breakdown and predictions.

Article 11

World Cup 2026 Group J — Argentina, Algeria, Austria & Jordan

Defending champions Argentina drawn with Algeria, Austria, and Jordan. Group J predictions, schedule, and odds.

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World Cup 2026 Group K — France, Nigeria, Indonesia & South Korea

Group K features France alongside Nigeria, Indonesia, and South Korea. Full group preview and qualification odds.

Article 13

World Cup 2026 Group L — England, Croatia, Ghana & Panama

England meets Croatia again in Group L with Ghana and Panama. Historical rivalry renewed at the 2026 World Cup.

Article 14

World Cup 2026 Group of Death — Which Is the Toughest Group?

Which World Cup 2026 group is the hardest? Analysis of the group of death candidates and why some groups are brutal.

Article 15

World Cup 2026 Group Predictions — Who Qualifies From Each Group?

Expert predictions for every World Cup 2026 group. Which teams advance to the knockout rounds? Group-by-group analysis.

Article 16

World Cup 2026 Group Standings — Points Tables for All 12 Groups

World Cup 2026 group standings tracker. Points, goal difference, and qualification scenarios for all 12 groups.

About World Cup 2026 Groups

Welcome to World Cup 2026 Groups, your dedicated resource for everything related to groups at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The tournament takes place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 venues in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

This is the first World Cup featuring 48 teams and 104 matches, making it the largest FIFA World Cup in history. Our team provides in-depth analysis, up-to-date information, and expert insights to help you stay informed throughout the tournament.

Whether you are a casual fan or a dedicated follower, we cover all angles of the groups aspect of World Cup 2026 so you never miss a thing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many groups are in the 2026 World Cup?
There are 12 groups (A through L), each containing 4 teams. This is the first World Cup with 48 teams, up from 32 in previous editions.
What group is the USA in?
The USA is in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, and a UEFA playoff winner. As hosts, the USA will play all group matches on home soil.
What group is Argentina in?
Defending champions Argentina are in Group J with Algeria, Austria, and Jordan. They play group matches in Miami and Houston.
How many teams advance from each group?
The top 2 teams from each group automatically advance. Additionally, the 8 best third-placed teams across all 12 groups qualify, making 32 total teams in the knockout round.
When was the World Cup 2026 draw held?
The official FIFA World Cup 2026 draw took place in December 2025. Some spots were still determined by intercontinental and UEFA playoffs in early 2026.
Which is the World Cup 2026 Group of Death?
Group E (Spain, Netherlands) and Group L (England, Croatia) are the most commonly cited Groups of Death due to the quality of their top-seeded teams and competitive underdogs.