FootBracket
2026 Bracket Maker
Create a free 2026 World Cup bracket. Predict all 48 teams and 104 matches. Live standings update with FIFA tiebreakers. Share your bracket with friends.
48 Teams·12 Groups·104 Matches·16 Host Cities·39 Days
Bracket Maker
Build the full 48-team path from group stage to champion.
Printable Bracket
Plan offline, then save and share your picks online.
2026 Format
Understand groups, third-place teams, and the Round of 32.
All 12 Groups
Tournament Favorites
New 2026 Format Explained
🏟️ Group Stage
12 groups of 4 teams. Each team plays 3 matches. Top 2 from each group qualify automatically — that's 24 teams.
🥉 Best Third-Place Teams
8 of the 12 third-place finishers advance, ranked by points, goal difference, goals scored, and fair play across all groups.
🔀 Annex C (Round of 32)
FIFA's Annex C defines 495 possible bracket pairings depending on which 8 groups produced qualifying third-place teams.
📅 Timeline
Group stage: June 11–27. Round of 32: June 28–July 3. Round of 16: July 5–8. Quarter-finals: July 10–11. Final: July 19.
🌎 Three Host Nations
16 venues across the USA (11), Mexico (3), and Canada (2). The Final is at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey.
⚖️ Tiebreaker Rules
Points → Goal Difference → Goals Scored → Head-to-Head → Fair Play (yellow card = −1 pt) → FIFA Ranking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FootBracket?+
FootBracket is a free 2026 World Cup bracket maker where you can predict the group stage, knockout rounds, and tournament winner, then share your bracket with friends.
Is FootBracket free to use?+
Yes. You can create a 2026 World Cup bracket, fill out predictions, and share your picks for free.
Can I make a 2026 World Cup bracket online?+
Yes. FootBracket lets you build a full 2026 World Cup bracket online with all 48 teams, 12 groups, and the new Round of 32 format.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?+
48 teams compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, up from 32. They are split into 12 groups of 4, with a new Round of 32 in the knockout stage.
How many matches are in the 2026 World Cup?+
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has 104 matches, including the expanded group stage and knockout rounds.
When does the 2026 World Cup start?+
The tournament opens on June 11, 2026 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
Where is the 2026 World Cup Final?+
The Final is at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
How does the Round of 32 work?+
All 12 group winners and 12 runners-up (24 teams) plus the 8 best third-place teams advance. FIFA's Annex C determines which third-place teams face which group winners.
How do third-place teams qualify in the 2026 World Cup?+
Eight of the 12 third-place teams advance to the Round of 32. They are ranked by points, goal difference, goals scored, and additional FIFA tiebreakers if needed.
Which countries are hosting the 2026 World Cup?+
Three countries share hosting duties: the United States (11 venues), Mexico (3 venues), and Canada (2 venues).
Can I share my World Cup bracket?+
Yes. FootBracket is built for sharing predictions with friends, comparing picks, and competing in friend groups.
Can I predict World Cup group stage scores?+
Yes. FootBracket lets you predict group-stage results and automatically updates standings based on your picks.
What makes the 2026 World Cup bracket different?+
The 2026 tournament expands to 48 teams, 12 groups, and a new 32-team knockout stage, making the bracket larger than previous World Cups.
Can I use FootBracket as a World Cup predictor?+
Yes. FootBracket works as a World Cup predictor, bracket maker, group simulator, and friend competition tool.
Is there a printable 2026 World Cup bracket?+
FootBracket is built for online bracket predictions, and a printable bracket page can help you plan or share picks offline before saving them online.