The expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 will see the top two teams from each of the 12 groups, along with the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32. Here's exactly how FIFA ranks those third-placed sides if teams finish level.
The expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 will see the top two teams from each of the 12 groups, along with the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32. Here's exactly how FIFA ranks those third-placed sides if teams finish level.
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