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2026 World Cup kicks off in Mexico with expanded format and 48 teams

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:53 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

2026 World Cup kicks off in Mexico with expanded format and 48 teams
Summary

The 2026 World Cup officially begins on June 10, hosted by Mexico, South Africa, Canada, and the United States. This edition features a record 48 teams divided into 12 groups of four, with the top two and eight best third-placed teams advancing to a newly introduced round of 32. Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, are among the favorites. Fans can track the tournament with a printable wall chart from CBS Sports, detailing match schedules and knockout stages.

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  • •Tournament includes 48 teams and 104 matches
  • •First-time qualifiers are Jordan, Uzbekistan, Curacao, and Cabo Verde
  • •Matches can go to extra time if tied in knockout rounds
  • •Final match is set for July 18 at MetLife Stadium
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  • 2:53 PMCBS Sports — World Cup 2026 wall chart: Printable tournament tracker, bracket to fill out groups, knockout stage and more
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Get ready for the 2026 World Cup with a blank, printable wall chart to fill out

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