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JUNE 11 — JULY 19, 2026 · 48 TEAMS · 104 MATCHES

World Cup 2026

The biggest World Cup ever. 48 teams. 16 host cities across three countries. Follow every group, every match, with live scores and the sharpest odds.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the first edition with 48 teams, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico. The expanded format means 104 matches in 39 days across 16 venues — from the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City to the brand-new SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The opening match kicks off June 11 in Mexico City; the final is July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

48
Teams
104
Matches
3
Host countries
MetLife Stadium
Final

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The 12 groups

All 12 groups at a glance — the seeded favourite, the dark horse and a quick read on who goes through.

Highlight by region:
AGroup
PickMexicoWatchKorea Republic

Co-hosts Mexico are seeded to advance; South Korea and Czechia fight for the runners-up spot.

BGroup
PickSwitzerlandWatchCanada

Switzerland and co-hosts Canada are the pace-setters, with Bosnia and Qatar the outsiders.

CGroup
PickBrazilWatchMorocco

Brazil headline the group; 2022 semi-finalists Morocco are the standout threat, Scotland the wildcard.

DGroup
PickUSAWatchTürkiye

Co-hosts USA and a dangerous Türkiye lead an open group; Paraguay and Australia will push.

EGroup
PickGermanyWatchEcuador

Germany are clear favourites; AFCON champions Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador chase second.

FGroup
PickNetherlandsWatchJapan

The Netherlands top the seeding; Japan are the dark horse, with Sweden and Tunisia in contention.

GGroup
PickBelgiumWatchEgypt

Belgium are favourites; record AFCON winners Egypt and a stubborn Iran chase qualification.

HGroup
PickSpainWatchUruguay

Spain are among the tournament favourites; Uruguay are the main challenger, with debutants Cabo Verde dreaming.

IGroup
PickFranceWatchSenegal

France lead a tricky group; Senegal and Haaland's Norway are serious dangers, Iraq the outsider.

JGroup
PickArgentinaWatchAustria

Holders Argentina are clear favourites; Algeria and Austria fight for the second ticket.

KGroup
PickPortugalWatchColombia

Portugal top the group; Colombia are the main rival, with DR Congo and debutants Uzbekistan behind.

LGroup
PickEnglandWatchCroatia

England are strong favourites; Croatia are the experienced challenger, with Ghana and Panama the outsiders.

Favourites to win

Pre-tournament contenders based on squad strength and recent form. Live winner odds appear here once bookmaker markets open.

SpainEuropean champions — young, deep and ruthless.ArgentinaReigning world champions, the team to beat.FranceBack-to-back finalists, talent in every line.EnglandPerennial contenders chasing a first title since 1966.BrazilFive-time winners chasing a sixth star.GermanyFour-time champions rebuilding their aura.PortugalA golden generation hunting the big one.NetherlandsThree-time finalists still seeking a first crown.

Upcoming World Cup fixtures

TimeMatchScore1 · X · 2
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France France
Morocco Morocco

Follow the tournament

Compare oddsSide-by-side bookmaker prices on every World Cup match.Match predictionsData-led previews and tips for World Cup fixtures.Odds RadarTrack sharp line movements as World Cup markets shift.Odds Movement TrackerHow the market moved on every match: opening vs closing lines and biggest movers, from our own data.

The 16 host cities

Mexico City
Estadio Azteca
Mexico
New York/New Jersey
MetLife Stadium
USA
Los Angeles
SoFi Stadium
USA
Toronto
BMO Field
Canada
Vancouver
BC Place
Canada
Dallas
AT&T Stadium
USA
Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
USA
Boston
Gillette Stadium
USA
Houston
NRG Stadium
USA
Kansas City
Arrowhead Stadium
USA
Miami
Hard Rock Stadium
USA
Philadelphia
Lincoln Financial Field
USA
San Francisco Bay
Levi's Stadium
USA
Seattle
Lumen Field
USA
Guadalajara
Estadio Akron
Mexico
Monterrey
Estadio BBVA
Mexico

World Cup 2026 FAQ

When does the 2026 World Cup start?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The opening match is at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City; the final is at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.

Where is the 2026 World Cup hosted?

It is co-hosted by three nations — the United States, Canada and Mexico — across 16 host cities.

How many teams play at the 2026 World Cup?

For the first time, 48 teams compete, drawn into 12 groups of four. The top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams advance to a 32-team knockout round.

Who are the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup?

Traditional contenders include Spain, Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Germany and Portugal. Confirmed odds appear on this page once bookmaker markets are live.

How does the 48-team format work?

12 groups of four play a round-robin. The top two in each group and the eight best third-placed teams reach the Round of 32, then it is single-elimination through to the final.

Where can I see World Cup 2026 odds?

We compare odds from multiple bookmakers for each match. Outright winner odds and per-match markets are shown on this page and on each match page as bookmakers publish them.

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