As the summer arrives, soccer enthusiasts worldwide will eagerly watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup commencing on June 11. Taking place across three countries and 16 cities, the tournament will feature an impressive 48 teams competing for glory and eternal recognition.
Currently, 42 out of the 48 teams have qualified, with the remaining six spots set to be filled in March. To help you prepare for the grand display, we’ve compiled detailed guides for each qualified team, including profiles of their leading players.
When is the World Cup?
The World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, culminating in the final match at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. For comprehensive World Cup coverage, including live broadcasts, highlights, commentary, and replays, be sure to check out the FOX family of networks and the FOX Sports app.
Group Draws
The teams have been divided into groups as follows:
Group A
- Mexico
- South Africa
- South Korea
- UEFA Playoff D (Denmark/North Macedonia/Czechia/Republic of Ireland)
Group B
- Canada
- UEFA Playoff A (Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales/Bosnia & Herzegovina)
- Qatar
- Switzerland
Group C
- Brazil
- Morocco
- Haiti
- Scotland
Group D
- United States
- Paraguay
- Australia
- UEFA Playoff C (Turkey/Slovakia/Kosovo/Romania)
Group E
- Germany
- Curaçao
- Ivory Coast
- Ecuador
Group F
- Netherlands
- Japan
- UEFA Playoff B (Sweden/Ukraine/Poland/Albania)
- Tunisia
Group G
- Belgium
- Egypt
- Iran
- New Zealand
Group H
- Spain
- Cape Verde
- Saudi Arabia
- Uruguay
Group I
- France
- Senegal
- FIFA Playoff 2 (Iraq/Bolivia/Suriname)
- Norway
Group J
- Argentina
- Algeria
- Austria
- Jordan
Group K
- Portugal
- FIFA Playoff 1 (DR Congo/Jamaica/New Caledonia)
- Uzbekistan
- Colombia
Group L
- England
- Croatia
- Ghana
- Panama
Prepare for an exciting tournament and follow your favorite teams as they battle for the ultimate prize!
