Completed tournament · 11 Jun–19 Jul 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament archive.
A source-linked overview of the expanded 48-team tournament, its 104-match structure, host cities, and post-event replay paths.
Tournament champion
Spain were crowned World Cup champions on July 19, 2026.
Spain defeated Argentina 1–0 after extra time in the final. The archive records the completed state rather than continuing pre-event or live-sales language.
Compare every champion since 1930Tournament structure
Stage dates and match counts
| Stage | Dates | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Group stage | June 11–27, 2026 | 72 |
| Round of 32 | June 28–July 3, 2026 | 16 |
| Round of 16 | July 4–7, 2026 | 8 |
| Quarter-finals | July 9–11, 2026 | 4 |
| Semi-finals | July 14–15, 2026 | 2 |
| Third-place match | July 18, 2026 | 1 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 | 1 |
Authorized replays
Find current full-match and highlight sources without stale live claims.
Replay guideAll 48 teams
Browse the tournament field organized by its twelve groups.
Team archiveHost cities
Sixteen locations across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Host-city guideThe final
Spain’s 1–0 extra-time victory over Argentina, recorded with official sources.
Final archiveFinal standings
Every team ranked from 1–48, with a downloadable open CSV.
View standingsAward winners
Golden Ball, Golden Boot, Golden Glove, Young Player, and scorer table.
View awardsArchive questions
When was the World Cup 2026 played?
The tournament opened on June 11, 2026, and concluded on July 19, 2026.
How many teams and matches were in the tournament?
The expanded format featured 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 host cities.
Which countries hosted the tournament?
Canada, Mexico, and the United States jointly hosted the competition.
Where can I find authorized replays?
Replay and highlight availability varies by country and rights window. Our replay guide links to primary broadcaster and platform sources.
Sources and verification
Primary-source links were checked on 11 August 2026. External pages and platform terms can change. For viewing links, verify region, price, access, and replay windows at the destination.