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United States at FIFA World Cup 2026
United States qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the first 48-team edition, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Group D opponents
United States plays the following three teams in the group stage. Top 2 advance to the Round of 32; the 3rd-placed team can still advance via the best-3rd-placed playoff route (8 of 12 third-placed teams qualify).
United States fixtures
United States in the tournament
CONCACAF (North, Central America, and Caribbean) sends 6 teams, including the three co-hosts who qualify automatically.
The 2026 World Cup is the largest in tournament history, with 48 teams divided into 12 groups of 4. The top 2 from each group advance automatically, along with the 8 best 3rd-placed teams from across all groups. That puts United States in Group D with Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye, competing for one of the 32 knockout slots.
Frequently asked questions about United States
When does United States play at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
United States plays 3 scheduled group-stage matches starting June 13, 2026. The opener is against TUR. See the full fixtures list below for every kickoff time and venue.
What group is United States in at the World Cup 2026?
United States is in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye. The top two from each group advance to the Round of 32, plus the 8 best 3rd-placed teams across all 12 groups.
What is United States's FIFA ranking?
United States entered the FIFA World Cup 2026 ranked #16 in the FIFA World Ranking. This places them in the top 25 globally. Rankings update through the qualification cycle.
Can United States win the World Cup 2026?
United States's pre-tournament strength rating is 74/100, derived from FIFA ranking, recent form, and squad depth. They are competitive group-stage participants; advancing to the knockouts would be a strong tournament. Try them in the bracket predictor to test your scenario.