FIFA World Cup 2026 Standings

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here — the biggest edition in history with 48 teams, 12 groups, and three host nations (Canada, Mexico, and the United States). The group stage explodes into action on June 11, 2026, and this is your ultimate hub for live FIFA World Cup 2026 Standings, full team lists, and everything you need to follow the action.

Whether you’re tracking the co-hosts (Mexico in Group A, Canada in Group B, USA in Group D), defending champions Argentina, or dark horses making their debuts, this guide has you covered.

How the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group Stage Works

  • 48 teams are divided into 12 groups of 4.
  • Each team plays 3 matches in the group stage.
  • Top 2 teams from each group advance automatically to the Round of 32.
  • 8 best third-placed teams across all groups also advance.
  • Group stage runs from June 11 to June 27, 2026.
  • The knockout stage begins immediately after.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Standings

FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Standings Table

The 2026 FIFA World Cup promises to be the most exciting edition ever. With 48 teams, more matches, and Soccer coming to new cities across North America, the group stage is going to deliver non-stop drama.

Important: No matches have been played yet. All teams start on 0 points. The FIFA World Cup 2026 Standings table will update live after every match beginning June 11.

Source – FWCN | FIFA Official

Group A

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1Czech Republic00000000
2Mexico (H)00000000
3South Africa00000000
4South Korea00000000

Key Opening Match: Mexico vs South Africa – June 11, Estadio Azteca (Mexico City)

Group B

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1Bosnia and Herzegovina00000000
2Canada (H)00000000
3Qatar00000000
4Switzerland00000000

Key Opening Match: Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina – June 12, Toronto

Group C

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1Brazil00000000
2Haiti00000000
3Morocco00000000
4Scotland00000000

Group D

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1Australia00000000
2Paraguay00000000
3Turkey00000000
4United States (H)00000000

Key Opening Match: United States vs Paraguay – June 12, SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles area)

Group E

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Curaçao00000000
2Ecuador00000000
3Germany00000000
4Ivory Coast00000000

Group F

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Japan00000000
2Netherlands00000000
3Sweden00000000
4Tunisia00000000

Group G

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Belgium00000000
2Egypt00000000
3Iran00000000
4New Zealand00000000

Group H

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Cape Verde00000000
2Saudi Arabia00000000
3Spain00000000
4Uruguay00000000

Group I

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1France00000000
2Iraq00000000
3Norway00000000
4Senegal00000000

Group J

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Algeria00000000
2Argentina00000000
3Austria00000000
4Jordan00000000

Group K

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Colombia00000000
2DR Congo00000000
3Portugal00000000
4Uzbekistan00000000

Group L

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Croatia00000000
2England00000000
3Ghana00000000
4Panama00000000

Opening Matchday Fixtures (June 11–12, 2026)

June 11 (Thursday)

  • Mexico vs South Africa (Group A) – Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
  • South Korea vs Czech Republic (Group A) – Guadalajara

June 12 (Friday)

  • Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (Group B) – Toronto
  • United States vs Paraguay (Group D) – SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles area

More matches follow on June 13 including Brazil vs Morocco and others.

What to Watch For in 2026

  • Host pressure: Mexico, Canada, and USA all have favorable groups but must deliver results in front of passionate home crowds.
  • Debutants: Jordan, Cape Verde, Curaçao, and Uzbekistan are making their first World Cup appearances.
  • Powerhouses: Argentina (defending champions), Brazil, France, England, Spain, and Germany are all expected to advance comfortably — but upsets are inevitable in the expanded format.
  • Third-place race: The battle for the 8 best third-place spots will be intense on the final day of group matches.

FAQs – FIFA World Cup 2026 Standings & Groups

When does the 2026 World Cup start?

June 11, 2026, with Mexico vs South Africa in Mexico City.

How many teams advance from the group stage?

32 teams total: Top 2 from each of the 12 groups + 8 best third-placed teams.

Will standings update live?

Yes — this page will be refreshed after every match with the latest points, goal difference, and form.

Where can I watch the matches?

Matches will be broadcast on major networks in the US, Canada, and Mexico (check local listings closer to kickoff). Streaming options will also be available

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