FIFA World Cup 2026
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| Year | Host | Champion 🏆 | Runner-up | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 🇶🇦 Qatar | 🇦🇷 Argentina Latest | 🇫🇷 France | 3–3 (4–2 pen) |
| 2018 | 🇷🇺 Russia | 🇫🇷 France | 🇭🇷 Croatia | 4–2 |
| 2014 | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1–0 (AET) |
| 2010 | 🇿🇦 South Africa | 🇪🇸 Spain | 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 1–0 (AET) |
| 2006 | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇫🇷 France | 1–1 (5–3 pen) |
| 2002 | 🇰🇷🇯🇵 Korea/Japan | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇩🇪 Germany | 2–0 |
| 1998 | 🇫🇷 France | 🇫🇷 France | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 3–0 |
| 1994 | 🇺🇸 USA | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇮🇹 Italy | 0–0 (3–2 pen) |
| 1990 | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1–0 |
| 1986 | 🇲🇽 Mexico | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 🇩🇪 Germany | 3–2 |
| 1982 | 🇪🇸 Spain | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇩🇪 Germany | 3–1 |
| 1978 | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 3–1 (AET) |
| 1974 | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 2–1 |
| 1970 | 🇲🇽 Mexico | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇮🇹 Italy | 4–1 |
| 1966 | 🏴 England | 🏴 England | 🇩🇪 Germany | 4–2 (AET) |
| 1962 | 🇨🇱 Chile | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇨🇿 Czechoslovakia | 3–1 |
| 1958 | 🇸🇪 Sweden | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇸🇪 Sweden | 5–2 |
| 1954 | 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇭🇺 Hungary | 3–2 |
| 1950 | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 🇺🇾 Uruguay | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 2–1 |
| 1938 | 🇫🇷 France | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇭🇺 Hungary | 4–2 |
| 1934 | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇨🇿 Czechoslovakia | 2–1 (AET) |
| 1930 | 🇺🇾 Uruguay | 🇺🇾 Uruguay | 🇦🇷 Argentina | 4–2 |
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FIFA World Cup 2026 — Everything You Need to Know
What makes FIFA World Cup 2026 historic?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the largest in history, expanding from 32 to 48 participating nations for the first time ever. Hosted across 16 cities in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament features 104 total matches — up from 64 in Qatar 2022. The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026. With more teams, more matches, and three host nations, this edition is poised to break every viewership and attendance record.
Who are the favourites for the 2026 World Cup?
As the reigning champions, Argentina — led by Lionel Messi — enter 2026 looking to defend their crown for the first time since Brazil in 1962. France, with Kylian Mbappé hunting Klose's all-time scoring record (needing just 4 more goals to beat 16), are among the strongest contenders. England, Brazil, Portugal, Germany, and Spain are all considered genuine title threats. The expanded 48-team format gives more nations than ever a real shot at glory — and more games means more history to be made.
World Cup 2026 lineups, tickets & live updates
This site tracks every confirmed lineup for all 104 World Cup 2026 matches — from the group stage opener on June 11, 2026 right through to the final on July 19, 2026. Get starting XI predictions, confirmed team news, injury updates, and formation analysis hours before kickoff. We also cover ticket availability, venue guides, travel information, and match schedules across all 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Bookmark this page for real-time confirmed lineups on every matchday.
FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule — all group stage matches
The 2026 World Cup group stage runs from June 11 to June 27, 2026, with 12 groups of 4 teams each playing 3 matches. The top two from each group, plus 8 best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32 — a new knockout round unique to the expanded format. The quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place playoff, and final are played through mid-July. All match times, venues, ticket links, and confirmed lineups are listed in the full schedule above.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, hosted across 16 cities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
How many teams and matches are in the 2026 World Cup?
48 teams compete in 12 groups of four. A total of 104 matches will be played, including the new Round of 32 knockout stage.
How can I buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA website. Prices range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality).
Where is the World Cup 2026 Final?
The Final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
Where can I find match lineups?
Every match on our site includes expected lineups for both teams — starting XI, formation, coach, and bench players.