World Cup 2026 Knockout Stage Bracket
From the Round of 32 to the Final at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026. The 2026 knockout stage features 56 matches across 6 rounds — more than any World Cup in history.
Knockout Stages
Round of 32
June 29 – July 3, 2026
16 matches
32 teams → 16 advance
Round of 16
July 5–9, 2026
8 matches
16 teams → 8 advance
Quarter-finals
July 11–12, 2026
4 matches
8 teams → 4 advance
Semi-finals
July 14–15, 2026
2 matches
4 teams → 2 advance
Final
July 19, 2026
1 match
2 teams → 1 advance
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56 knockout matches
More than any World Cup ever — thanks to the new Round of 32.
6 rounds to win
A team must win 6 consecutive matches to lift the trophy.
No replays
Every knockout match that's level after 90 minutes goes to extra time, then penalties.
Final venue
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey — July 19, 2026.