World Cup 2026 Bracket — Tournament Bracket Infographic
48 teams compete across 12 groups. The top 32 advance to the knockout rounds. Follow every path from Round of 16 to the Final on July 19, 2026.
Group Stage
48 teams in 12 groups of 4. Each team plays 3 matches. The top 2 from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to the knockouts — 32 teams total.
Knockout Stage
32 teams in single-elimination brackets. Round of 32 → Round of 16 → Quarter-Finals → Semi-Finals → Final. No second chances — win or go home.
Key Dates
Group Stage: Jun 11 – Jul 3
Knockouts: Jul 4 – Jul 19
Final: Jul 19 — MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
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