Here's everything to know about how the seeding and bracket work for the World Cup's new, expanded 32-team knockout stage.

The 2030 World Cup will be a landmark occasion for many reasons, from celebrating the tournament’s 100-year history to creating a format that breaks new ground. With the 2026 World Cup now in the history books and the expanded tournament delivering ...

Thirty-two teams made it out of the group stage and into the knockout round at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The top two teams from each of the 12 groups and the top eight third-place teams will compete for the championship over the next three weeks.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to begin on Thursday, what can new fans tuning into the biggest event of the sport expect? This year's edition expands to 48 teams for the first time in tournament history,

The 2030 FIFA World Cup will become the first men's tournament to be staged across six countries and three continents: Spain, Portugal, and Morocco

ATLANTA (AP) — The World Cup final between Spain and defending champion Argentina marks the end of the biggest tournament in the competition’s history. At the final whistle in New Jersey on Sunday, a record 104 games will have been played across almost six weeks and three countries.

While powerhouse nations still dominate, the addition of 16 teams has allowed rising African and CONCACAF sides to prove they belong on the world stage

2026 FIFA World Cup Final 2026: The FIFA World Cup 2026 is rewriting history with its expanded format and unprecedented scale. This tournament features 48 teams and 104 matches across three host nations.