FIFA World Cup 2026: Live Scores & Results Today
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the biggest tournament ever staged. It runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The United States, Canada, and Mexico host it together. That is a first for the World Cup.
This page is your live hub. You get every result, the group standings, the full bracket, plus advanced team and player stats in one place. The data on this page updates automatically as each match finishes.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Everything You Need to Know
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first tournament with 48 teams. Everything about it is bigger than before. The sections below explain the format, the knockout path, and how to read the stats on this page. You can also jump to the questions fans ask most.
How the 48-Team Format Works
The field grew from 32 teams to 48 for 2026. That change reshaped the whole event. The 48 teams split into 12 groups of four. Each team plays three group matches. The top two from every group advance. The eight best third-placed teams also advance. FIFA ranks those third-placed teams by points, then goal difference, then goals scored. Together they fill a 32-team knockout round. You can browse the full draw on our groups page, or see all 48 sides on the teams page.
The Knockout Stage Explained
The Round of 32 is new for 2026. No earlier World Cup had one. It exists because 48 teams need an extra knockout round. From there the bracket runs to the Round of 16, the quarter-finals, the semi-finals, and the final. Every knockout tie is single elimination. A draw after 90 minutes goes to extra time. Extra time is two 15-minute halves. If the score is still level, a penalty shootout decides who advances. Follow every confirmed matchup on our World Cup 2026 bracket, and find kickoff times on the schedule page.
How to Read the Stats on This Page
The tables above update live, and a few terms make them easier to read.
| Stat | What it means |
|---|---|
| xG | Expected goals from chance quality |
| Player rating | Match performance score out of 10 |
| Key passes | Passes that lead directly to a shot |
| GD | Goal difference in the standings |
| Pts | Points, 3 for a win and 1 for a draw |
The Season Leaders section ranks top scorers, assists, and best rated players. The adidas Golden Boot goes to the tournament top scorer. Ties on goals are broken by assists, then by fewest minutes played. The player, goalkeeper, and team tables go deeper into passing, shots, saves, and expected goals. See the full table view on our live standings page.
Host Cities, Venues, and the Final
Sixteen stadiums stage the FIFA World Cup 2026 across the three host nations. The United States hosts 11 venues, Mexico hosts 3, and Canada hosts 2. The tournament has 104 matches in total. That is 40 more than the 64 played in 2022. The larger 48-team field created the increase. Four nations reach the finals for the first time in 2026. They are Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. The final is on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Kickoff is 3:00 PM ET. FIFA calls the ground New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament.
FAQ About the FIFA World Cup 2026
How many teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Forty-eight teams compete. That is up from 32 at every earlier tournament. It is the largest World Cup ever held.
When is the FIFA World Cup 2026 final?
The final is on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Kickoff is 3:00 PM ET. It is played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Which countries host the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The United States, Canada, and Mexico host together. It is the first World Cup shared by three nations. Most matches are played in the United States.
Who is leading the Golden Boot race?
The Top Scorers list on this page updates live after every match. It ranks the leading goalscorers of the tournament. The adidas Golden Boot goes to the player on top when the final ends.
How do the eight best third-placed teams qualify?
Each group has one third-placed team. FIFA ranks all 12 by points, then goal difference, then goals scored. The top eight advance to the knockout stage. The other four are eliminated.
What is the Round of 32?
The Round of 32 is the first knockout round in 2026. It features 32 teams and 16 matches. It is a new stage created by the 48-team format.
How many matches are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The tournament has 104 matches. That is 40 more than the 64 played in 2022. The bigger field created the increase.
Which teams are making their World Cup debut?
Four nations debut in 2026. They are Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. Each reached the finals for the first time.
What happens if a knockout match is tied?
A tie after 90 minutes goes to extra time. Extra time is two 15-minute periods. If still level, a penalty shootout decides who advances.
This hub updates automatically as the FIFA World Cup 2026 unfolds. Results, fixtures, live scores, standings, and player stats all refresh as each match finishes. Bookmark this page and check back daily. The road to the July 19 final runs right through it.