World Cup 2026 Format Explained
World Cup 2026 uses a 48-team, 12-group, 104-match format. The group stage contains 72 matches before the knockout rounds.
World Cup 2026 Format Explained
Schedule Structure
11 June to 19 July 2026, with Mexico vs South Africa opening the tournament and the final at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Group Stage Structure
12 groups of four teams each, producing 72 group-stage matches.
FIFA event FAQ
Official source link used to verify the page facts.
FIFA stadium FAQ
Official source link used to verify the page facts.
FIFA teams FAQ
Official source link used to verify the page facts.
FIFA match schedule article
Official source link used to verify the page facts.
FIFA format FAQ
Official source link used to verify the page facts.
FIFA opening and final FAQ
Official source link used to verify the page facts.