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World Cup 2026 Standings and Group Tables
Open all 12 group tables in one place, compare the pressure in each group, and jump straight to fixtures, team pages, the watch guide, or the ticket guide when you want the next step.
Updated: May 21, 2026
Overview
Table Snapshot
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12 Groups
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Compare all 12 group tables in one place before you move on.
104 Matches
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Quick Guide
How It Works
Quick read
3 quick steps
- Pick a group.
- Check the fixtures.
- Open the insight panel.
Teams, fixtures, and route notes stay together here so the next click is obvious.
What it showsTeams, fixtures, route.Each card gives you the group list, the next match list, and a short route note.
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All 12 Groups
All Group Tables
Use the group cards below as the main standings index. Each card keeps the group shape visible, links into the related teams, and points you back to fixtures when you need the next matchday.
Group A
Group A Table
Group A includes Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, Czechia, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineMexico's opener with South Africa sets the tone, and Czechia vs Mexico on the last day can still decide who keeps control.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | CONCACAF | 3 | South Africa, Korea Republic, Czechia |
| South Africa | CAF | 3 | Mexico, Korea Republic, Czechia |
| Korea Republic | AFC | 3 | Mexico, South Africa, Czechia |
| Czechia | UEFA | 3 | Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Mexico vs South Africa opens the group in Mexico City.
- Czechia vs Mexico closes the group and can flip the order again.
Tiebreak note
If Mexico and South Africa trade results, the Czechia and Korea Republic fixtures can push goal difference into the spotlight.
If / then
If Mexico take the opener, South Africa and Korea Republic have to chase the group instead of letting it come to them.
What changes next
The Korea Republic vs Czechia and Mexico vs Korea Republic round will show whether Group A stays crowded or starts to split.
Group B
Group B Table
Group B includes Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineCanada's home opener against Bosnia & Herzegovina can set the table, but Switzerland vs Canada on matchday 3 is the real stress test.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | CONCACAF | 3 | Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina | UEFA | 3 | Canada, Qatar, Switzerland |
| Qatar | AFC | 3 | Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Switzerland |
| Switzerland | UEFA | 3 | Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina starts at home in Toronto.
- Switzerland vs Canada closes the group in Vancouver.
Tiebreak note
If Canada and Switzerland split the first rounds, Qatar and Bosnia & Herzegovina can drag goal difference into the conversation.
If / then
If Canada start fast, the late Switzerland and Qatar games become the chase point rather than the launch point.
What changes next
The Canada and Switzerland fixtures will tell us whether Group B is tilting to the hosts or staying open.
Group C
Group C Table
Group C includes Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineBrazil vs Morocco is the headline opener, and Brazil vs Scotland on the final day can still be a table-shaping night.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | CONMEBOL | 3 | Morocco, Haiti, Scotland |
| Morocco | CAF | 3 | Brazil, Haiti, Scotland |
| Haiti | CONCACAF | 3 | Brazil, Morocco, Scotland |
| Scotland | UEFA | 3 | Brazil, Morocco, Haiti |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Brazil vs Morocco opens the group in New York/New Jersey.
- Brazil vs Scotland closes the group in Miami.
Tiebreak note
If Brazil and Morocco stay close on points, the final round can turn into a goal-difference race instead of a simple points race.
If / then
If Brazil win early, Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti have to squeeze points from the later fixtures just to keep the group alive.
What changes next
Scotland vs Morocco and Brazil vs Haiti are the second-round games that decide whether the table tightens or stretches.
Group D
Group D Table
A
Group D includes United States, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineThe United States open against Paraguay, and the final-day meeting with Türkiye could decide whether the hosts stay in control.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | CONCACAF | 3 | Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye |
| Paraguay | CONMEBOL | 3 | United States, Australia, Türkiye |
| AAustralia | AFC | 3 | United States, Paraguay, Türkiye |
| Türkiye | UEFA | 3 | United States, Paraguay, Australia |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- United States vs Paraguay is the opening table check.
- Türkiye vs United States on matchday 3 could decide the order.
Tiebreak note
If the U.S. and Paraguay split the early points, Australia and Türkiye can drag the group into a goal-difference race.
If / then
If the United States start cleanly, the Australia and Türkiye results become the main chase rather than the main story.
What changes next
United States vs Australia and Türkiye vs Paraguay will show whether Group D is a home-led race or a four-way squeeze.
Group E
Group E Table
Group E includes Germany, Curaçao, Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineGermany's opener with Curaçao looks like the first separator, while Germany vs Ecuador on the last day can finish the job or reopen the race.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | UEFA | 3 | Curaçao, Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador |
| Curaçao | CONCACAF | 3 | Germany, Côte d'Ivoire, Ecuador |
| Côte d'Ivoire | CAF | 3 | Germany, Curaçao, Ecuador |
| Ecuador | CONMEBOL | 3 | Germany, Curaçao, Côte d'Ivoire |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Germany vs Curaçao starts Germany's path in Houston.
- Ecuador vs Germany closes the group in New York/New Jersey.
Tiebreak note
If Germany and Ecuador stay close, Germany vs Côte d'Ivoire and Curaçao vs Ecuador can decide whether the table tilts early or hangs together.
If / then
If Germany take the opener, Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador are forced into catch-up mode before the final matchday.
What changes next
Germany vs Côte d'Ivoire and Ecuador vs Curaçao are the pressure points that decide whether Group E stays tight.
Group F
Group F Table
Group F includes Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineNetherlands vs Japan is the opener everyone will circle, and Japan vs Sweden late in the group could decide who stays on top.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | UEFA | 3 | Japan, Sweden, Tunisia |
| Japan | AFC | 3 | Netherlands, Sweden, Tunisia |
| Sweden | UEFA | 3 | Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia |
| Tunisia | CAF | 3 | Netherlands, Japan, Sweden |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Netherlands vs Japan opens the group in Dallas.
- Japan vs Sweden and Tunisia vs Netherlands close the group.
Tiebreak note
If the first two rounds split results, Sweden and Tunisia can push the table into a fine goal-difference margin.
If / then
If the Netherlands beat Japan early, Sweden and Tunisia need points from the next round just to keep pace.
What changes next
Sweden vs Netherlands and Tunisia vs Japan are the matches that decide whether the group is settling or shuffling.
Group G
Group G Table
Group G includes Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineBelgium vs Egypt is the first headline, and Belgium vs New Zealand on the last day could still matter if the table stays tight.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | UEFA | 3 | Egypt, Iran, New Zealand |
| Egypt | CAF | 3 | Belgium, Iran, New Zealand |
| Iran | AFC | 3 | Belgium, Egypt, New Zealand |
| New Zealand | OFC | 3 | Belgium, Egypt, Iran |
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Key matches
- Belgium vs Egypt opens the group in Seattle.
- Belgium vs New Zealand closes Group G in Vancouver.
Tiebreak note
If Belgium and Egypt split the first pair of results, Iran and New Zealand can make the race much tighter than it looks.
If / then
If Belgium start fast, Egypt vs Iran becomes the chase game rather than the launch pad.
What changes next
Belgium vs Iran and Egypt vs New Zealand are the second-round fixtures that tell us whether Group G opens up.
Group H
Group H Table
Group H includes Spain, Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineSpain vs Cabo Verde is the first test, and Uruguay vs Spain on the final day can decide whether the group stays open to the end.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | UEFA | 3 | Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay |
| Cabo Verde | CAF | 3 | Spain, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay |
| Saudi Arabia | AFC | 3 | Spain, Cabo Verde, Uruguay |
| Uruguay | CONMEBOL | 3 | Spain, Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Spain vs Cabo Verde sets the tone in Atlanta.
- Uruguay vs Spain closes the group in Guadalajara.
Tiebreak note
If Spain and Uruguay trade results, the Saudi Arabia and Cabo Verde fixtures can become the goal-difference hinge.
If / then
If Spain handle the opener, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay have to keep pace before the final round arrives.
What changes next
Spain vs Saudi Arabia and Uruguay vs Cabo Verde are the matches that reveal whether Group H is settling around the favorites.
Group I
Group I Table
Group I includes France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineFrance vs Senegal is the headline opener, while France vs Norway on the last day may decide who owns the group table.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | UEFA | 3 | Senegal, Iraq, Norway |
| Senegal | CAF | 3 | France, Iraq, Norway |
| Iraq | AFC | 3 | France, Senegal, Norway |
| Norway | UEFA | 3 | France, Senegal, Iraq |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- France vs Senegal opens the group in New York/New Jersey.
- France vs Norway closes the group in Boston.
Tiebreak note
If France and Senegal start level, Norway and Iraq can drag the group into a more fragile goal-difference race.
If / then
If France win the opener, Senegal and Norway have to answer quickly rather than wait for the final round.
What changes next
Norway vs Senegal and Iraq vs France are the follow-up games that show whether France can separate or stay under pressure.
Group J
Group J Table
A
Group J includes Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineArgentina vs Algeria gives the group its first marker, and Argentina vs Jordan on the final day could still settle the top spot.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | CONMEBOL | 3 | Algeria, Austria, Jordan |
| Algeria | CAF | 3 | Argentina, Austria, Jordan |
| AAustria | UEFA | 3 | Argentina, Algeria, Jordan |
| Jordan | AFC | 3 | Argentina, Algeria, Austria |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Argentina vs Algeria opens in Kansas City.
- Jordan vs Argentina closes the group in Dallas.
Tiebreak note
If Argentina and Austria stay close, Algeria and Jordan can force the group toward a tighter finish than the opening night suggests.
If / then
If Argentina start fast, Austria vs Argentina becomes the pressure point instead of the opening statement.
What changes next
Argentina vs Austria and Jordan vs Algeria are the key follow-up matches for the table shape.
Group K
Group K Table
Group K includes Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification linePortugal vs DR Congo is the opener to watch, and Colombia vs Portugal on the last day can still turn the group into a final-round race.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | UEFA | 3 | DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia |
| DR Congo | CAF | 3 | Portugal, Uzbekistan, Colombia |
| Uzbekistan | AFC | 3 | Portugal, DR Congo, Colombia |
| Colombia | CONMEBOL | 3 | Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- Portugal vs DR Congo starts the group in Houston.
- Colombia vs Portugal closes the group in Miami.
Tiebreak note
If Portugal and Colombia stay on even terms, Uzbekistan and DR Congo can turn the final round into a goal-difference check.
If / then
If Portugal win early, Colombia have to use the Uzbekistan and DR Congo fixtures to keep the group from drifting away.
What changes next
Portugal vs Uzbekistan and Colombia vs DR Congo are the second-round games that really show the table pressure.
Group L
Group L Table
Group L includes England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama, and one result can quickly change qualification pressure, goal difference, and the next matchday outlook.
Qualification lineEngland vs Croatia headlines the opener, and Panama vs England on the final day could still matter if the group stays compressed.
| Team | Confed. | Matches | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| England | UEFA | 3 | Croatia, Ghana, Panama |
| Croatia | UEFA | 3 | England, Ghana, Panama |
| Ghana | CAF | 3 | England, Croatia, Panama |
| Panama | CONCACAF | 3 | England, Croatia, Ghana |
See key matchesOpen the key matches, tiebreak note, and what changes next.
Key matches
- England vs Croatia opens in Dallas.
- Panama vs England closes the group in New York/New Jersey.
Tiebreak note
If England and Croatia split the first results, Ghana and Panama can make the table feel much tighter by matchday 3.
If / then
If England take the opener, Ghana and Panama need a response before the final round turns into the decider.
What changes next
England vs Ghana and Panama vs Croatia are the fixtures that show whether Group L is stretching or staying live.
Editorial Focus
Groups to Watch
These are the groups that tend to drive repeat visits because one result can flip the table or the tiebreak picture.
Group A
Group A: opening-day pressure and tiebreak risk
Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, and Czechia make this a table that can swing fast once the opener lands.
Group C
Group C: Brazil and the goal-difference race
Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland create the kind of group table that can change shape on one big scoreline.
Group D
Group D: United States pressure from match one
The United States, Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye put home interest on every row of the group table.
Group L
Group L: heavyweight names and late-table drama
England, Croatia, Ghana, and Panama give the late group stage a classic table-race feel that can stay live to the end.
Next Step
Qualification Path
Two teams clear
When the first two matchdays split the field, the group turns into a straight race for the top two spots.
Third-place pressure
If the table stays crowded, third-place math keeps the route open until the numbers settle.
Final-round swing
Late fixtures decide who stays in and who slips out, which is why the last round matters most.
FAQ
Standings Questions
What happens if a group is tied on points?
Start with points, then goal difference, then goals for, and then the rest of the FIFA table context. The abbreviations on this page explain each column.
What should I check first in a tight group?
Check the group table first, then compare the next fixtures to see whether the race is separating or staying crowded.
Where can I see the group fixtures for one table?
Use the Open Group Fixtures link on each group card to jump into the filtered match list for that group.
Why does goal difference matter so much?
When teams split results, goal difference is usually the first separator that tells you who has the cleaner path.
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All data based on official FIFA 2026 information.