FIFA World Cup 2026 Bracket
Full Groups, Knockout Stage & Key Upcoming Matches
FIFA World Cup 2026 Bracket: Full Groups, Knockout Stage & Key Upcoming Matches
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the most exciting editions in history. For the first time, the tournament features 48 teams instead of 32, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The group stage is wrapping up, and the knockout stage (Round of 32) has officially begun. Here’s everything you need to know about the current bracket, qualified teams, and the biggest upcoming games.
FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 32 Upcoming Matches
Date | Match | Time (ET) | Venue | Notes |
Mon, June 29 | Brazil vs Japan | 13:00 | Houston, USA | High-quality attacking match |
Mon, June 29 | Germany vs Paraguay | 16:30 | Boston, USA | European power vs South America |
Mon, June 29 | Netherlands vs Morocco | 21:00 | Monterrey, Mexico | Strong attacking teams |
Tue, June 30 | France vs Sweden | 17:00 | New York/New Jersey, USA | France favored |
Tue, June 30 | Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway | 13:00 | Dallas, USA | Physical battle expected |
Tue, June 30 | Mexico vs Ecuador | 21:00 | Mexico City, Mexico | Big home game for Mexico |
Wed, July 1 | England vs DR Congo | 12:00 | Atlanta, USA | England strong favorites |
Wed, July 1 | USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina | 20:00 | San Francisco Bay Area, USA | Important match for co-hosts |
Wed, July 1 | Belgium vs Senegal | 16:00 | Seattle, USA | High-quality European vs Africa |
Thu, July 2 | Portugal vs Croatia | 19:00 | Toronto, Canada | Two European heavyweights |
Thu, July 2 | Spain vs Austria | 15:00 | Los Angeles, USA | Spain expected to dominate |
Thu, July 2 | Switzerland vs Algeria | 23:00 | Vancouver, Canada | Tight, tactical contest |
Fri, July 3 | Argentina vs Cape Verde | 14:00 | Miami, USA | Argentina heavy favorites |
Fri, July 3 | Colombia vs Ghana | 18:00 | Kansas City, USA | Entertaining South vs Africa |
Fri, July 3 | Australia vs Egypt | 21:30 | Dallas, USA | Competitive matchup |
Quick Notes:
All times are in Eastern Time (ET).
The Round of 16 begins on July 4, 2026.
Winners of these matches will advance to the knockout rounds.
Tournament Format Overview
12 groups of 4 teams each
Top 2 teams from each group + the 8 best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32
Knockout stage runs from late June through the final on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium (New York/New Jersey)
2026 World Cup Groups
Here are the 12 groups:
Group | Teams |
A | Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czechia |
B | Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland |
C | Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland |
D | USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye |
E | Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador |
F | Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia |
G | Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand |
H | Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay |
I | France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway |
J | Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan |
K | Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia |
L | England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama |
Current Situation (as of June 29, 2026)The group stage has largely concluded. Several teams have already secured their place in the knockout rounds, while others are fighting for the best third-place spots.The Round of 32 is now live, with matches spread across the three host countries.
Key Upcoming Round of 32 Matches
Here are some of the most anticipated games in the coming days:
Monday, June 29, 2026
Brazil vs Japan (Houston) – A clash of two technically gifted sides
Germany vs Paraguay (Boston) – European giants face a dangerous South American opponent
Netherlands vs Morocco (Monterrey, Mexico) – High-quality attacking football expected
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
France vs Sweden
Mexico vs Ecuador (Mexico City) – Huge home game for the hosts
Côte d’Ivoire vs Norway
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
England vs DR Congo
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina – Critical match for the co-hosts
Belgium vs Senegal
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Portugal vs Croatia
Spain vs Austria
Switzerland vs Algeria
Friday, July 3, 2026
Argentina vs Cape Verde
Colombia vs Ghana
Australia vs Egypt
These matches will determine who advances to the Round of 16, which begins on July 4.Downloadable Brackets & Schedules
Here are the best places to get the official and printable brackets:
Official FIFA Match Schedule (PDF): Download here
Printable Knockout Bracket (with all 32 teams): Available on Sporting News and CBS Sports
Interactive Bracket: ESPN FIFA World Cup Bracket
You can also find excellent fillable wall charts on Bleacher Report and DeFi Rate.
Storylines to Watch
Host Nations: Mexico and the USA are still in contention. A strong run by either would electrify the tournament.
Defending Champions: Argentina (Group J) remain favorites alongside France, Brazil, and England.
European Powerhouses: Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, and Belgium are all expected to go deep.
Dark Horses: Teams like Morocco, Switzerland, and Colombia have shown they can compete with anyone.
Final Thoughts
The expanded 48-team format has created more drama, more upsets, and more meaningful matches than ever before. With the Round of 32 now in full swing, the real excitement is just beginning.
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