FIFA World Cup 2026 lineups, matches and live streaming guide
June 11 — July 19, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026 lineups, matches & live streaming

FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage focused on predicted and confirmed match lineups, live streaming options, fixtures, venues, tickets and squad updates for all 104 matches.

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FIFA World Cup 2026

History, Records & Legends

Everything you need to know about the world's greatest football tournament

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🏆 Reigning World Champions

Argentina

Qatar 2022 · Won 4–2 on penalties vs France (3–3 AET)
3× World Champions Golden Ball: Messi Golden Boot: Mbappé (8 goals) Golden Glove: E. Martínez
Argentina celebrating FIFA World Cup 2022 victory — Messi lifts the trophy in Qatar

Argentina · Qatar 2022 Champions

Lionel Messi lifts the trophy after an unforgettable final against France

Most titles

World Cup Champions by Nation

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Brazil
5
58 · 62 · 70 · 94 · 02
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Germany
4
54 · 74 · 90 · 14
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Italy
4
34 · 38 · 82 · 06
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Argentina
3
78 · 86 · 22
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France
2
98 · 18
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Uruguay
2
30 · 50
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Spain
1
2010
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
England
1
1966
Complete history

Every World Cup Final (1930–2022)

YearHostChampion 🏆Runner-upScore
2022🇶🇦 Qatar🇦🇷 Argentina Latest🇫🇷 France3–3 (4–2 pen)
2018🇷🇺 Russia🇫🇷 France🇭🇷 Croatia4–2
2014🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇦🇷 Argentina1–0 (AET)
2010🇿🇦 South Africa🇪🇸 Spain🇳🇱 Netherlands1–0 (AET)
2006🇩🇪 Germany🇮🇹 Italy🇫🇷 France1–1 (5–3 pen)
2002🇰🇷🇯🇵 Korea/Japan🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany2–0
1998🇫🇷 France🇫🇷 France🇧🇷 Brazil3–0
1994🇺🇸 USA🇧🇷 Brazil🇮🇹 Italy0–0 (3–2 pen)
1990🇮🇹 Italy🇩🇪 Germany🇦🇷 Argentina1–0
1986🇲🇽 Mexico🇦🇷 Argentina🇩🇪 Germany3–2
1982🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇩🇪 Germany3–1
1978🇦🇷 Argentina🇦🇷 Argentina🇳🇱 Netherlands3–1 (AET)
1974🇩🇪 Germany🇩🇪 Germany🇳🇱 Netherlands2–1
1970🇲🇽 Mexico🇧🇷 Brazil🇮🇹 Italy4–1
1966🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England🇩🇪 Germany4–2 (AET)
1962🇨🇱 Chile🇧🇷 Brazil🇨🇿 Czechoslovakia3–1
1958🇸🇪 Sweden🇧🇷 Brazil🇸🇪 Sweden5–2
1954🇨🇭 Switzerland🇩🇪 Germany🇭🇺 Hungary3–2
1950🇧🇷 Brazil🇺🇾 Uruguay🇧🇷 Brazil2–1
1938🇫🇷 France🇮🇹 Italy🇭🇺 Hungary4–2
1934🇮🇹 Italy🇮🇹 Italy🇨🇿 Czechoslovakia2–1 (AET)
1930🇺🇾 Uruguay🇺🇾 Uruguay🇦🇷 Argentina4–2
Individual records

All-Time Player Records

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Miroslav Klose
Germany · 4 tournaments (2002–2014)
16goals
2
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Ronaldo Nazário
Brazil · 3 tournaments · 2002 Golden Boot
15goals
3
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Gerd Müller
Germany · 2 tournaments · 1970 top scorer
14goals
4
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Just Fontaine
France · 1 tournament · 13 in 1958 alone 🔥
13goals
4
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Lionel Messi
Argentina · 5 tournaments · 2022 winner
13goals
6
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Pelé
Brazil · 4 tournaments · 3× World Champion
12goals
6
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Kylian Mbappé
France · Active · 2022 Golden Boot · 2026 contender
12goals
1
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Lionel Messi
Argentina · 26 apps · 5 tournaments · 2022 winner
8assists
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Diego Maradona
Argentina · 21 apps · 4 tournaments
8assists
3
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Pierre Littbarski
Germany · 3 tournaments (1982–1990)
7assists
3
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Grzegorz Lato
Poland · 3 tournaments (1974–1982)
7assists
5
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David Beckham
England · 3 tournaments · 13 appearances
6assists
5
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Pelé
Brazil · All 6 assists came in the 1970 tournament
6assists
5
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Thomas Müller
Germany · 3 tournaments · 14 appearances
6assists
1
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Lionel Messi
Argentina · 5 tournaments (2006–2022)
26apps
2
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Lothar Matthäus
Germany · 5 tournaments (1982–1998)
25apps
3
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Miroslav Klose
Germany · 4 tournaments (2002–2014)
24apps
4
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Paolo Maldini
Italy · 4 tournaments (1990–2002)
23apps
5
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal · 5 tournaments (2006–2022)
22apps
6
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Uwe Seeler
Germany · 4 tournaments (1958–1970)
21apps
Between the posts

Best World Cup Goalkeepers

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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Peter Shilton Record holder
England · 3 tournaments (1982–1990) · 17 games
10
clean sheets
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🇫🇷 Fabien Barthez Record holder
France · 3 tournaments (1998–2006) · 1998 champion
10
clean sheets
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🇳🇱 Jan Jongbloed
Netherlands · 2 WC finals (1974, 1978)
8
clean sheets
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🇮🇹 Gianluigi Buffon Golden Glove 2006
Italy · 4 tournaments · 2006 champion · Conceded only 2 goals in 2006
5
clean sheets (06)
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🇩🇪 Oliver Kahn Golden Ball 2002
Germany · Only goalkeeper ever to win tournament MVP
5
clean sheets (02)
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🇦🇷 Emiliano Martínez Golden Glove 2022
Argentina · 2022 champion · Key penalty saves in Qatar final
3
clean sheets (22)
Did you know?

Iconic World Cup Records

13 goals
Most goals in one tournament
Just Fontaine (France) in just 6 games at Sweden 1958 — a record that still stands 65+ years later
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5 titles
Most World Cup wins (nation)
Brazil — the only country to have played in every single World Cup tournament since 1930
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17 years old
Youngest World Cup winner
Pelé was just 17 years and 249 days old when Brazil won the 1958 World Cup in Sweden
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Hat-trick in final
Only player ever
Geoff Hurst (England) is the only player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup Final — 1966 vs West Germany
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7–1
Most shocking result
Germany's demolition of host nation Brazil in the 2014 semi-final — the "Mineirazo"
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26 apps
Most World Cup appearances
Lionel Messi holds the all-time record across 5 tournaments from Germany 2006 to Qatar 2022
8️⃣
8 finals
Most World Cup finals (nation)
Germany has appeared in 8 World Cup finals — more than any other nation in history
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Golden Ball ×2
Only player to win it twice
Lionel Messi is the only player to win the Golden Ball award at two different World Cups (2014 & 2022)
About the tournament

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.

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