All Goals. One Cup. 2026.
UEFA 2026 World Cup Qualification: The complete guide to Europe’s 16 spots in the expanded 48-team tournament. Explore the 12 direct qualifiers, Erling Haaland’s record-breaking campaign, and the high-stakes playoff paths for Italy, Wales, and Ukraine as the road to North America reaches its dramatic March 2026 conclusion.
The 2026 World Cup introduces a brand new Round of 32, adding an extra knockout stage before the traditional Round of 16. This guide explains how it works, who qualifies, how the bracket is structured, and why the new format changes the tournament for teams and fans alike.
Explore all 12 groups at the 2026 World Cup, including every team, the expanded 48-team format, group-stage dates, key matches, venues, and how qualification to the Round of 32 works.