Complete Guide to the 2026 World Cup Format: 48 Teams, New Rules
The FIFA World Cup 2026 introduces major changes with 48 teams competing across 104 matches. Learn the new format, qualification rules, and knockout stage structure.
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Day 6 of the World Cup
33 days until the Final
📅 4 match(es) today
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Status
28
Total Matches
33
Days to Final
48
Teams
USA
Italy
2026-06-16 • 18:00
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
Brazil
England
2026-06-16 • 18:00
Rose Bowl, Pasadena
Germany
Nigeria
2026-06-16 • 21:00
Lambeau Field, Green Bay
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| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 2 | +4 | 6 |
| 2 | Mexico | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Canada | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| 4 | Peru | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 2 | Italy | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 3 | USA | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 | Nigeria | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 2 | England | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 3 | France | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | Japan | 1 | -2 | 0 |
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