What to know about the 2026 World Cup playoffs
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The 2026 World Cup playoffs are underway, with 16 European teams competing for four spots and six teams from other continents vying for two spots in a new intercontinental tournament. The playoffs will determine the final six teams to complete the 48-team lineup for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The 2026 World Cup playoffs have begun, with 16 European teams competing for four spots. The European playoffs consist of eight one-off semifinals, followed by four finals, with the winners securing qualification. The intercontinental playoffs feature six teams from different continents, with two teams advancing to the World Cup. The playoffs will conclude with the finals on Tuesday, determining the final six teams to join the already qualified teams. The 2026 World Cup will kick off on June 11 and conclude on July 19. The tournament will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with a total of 48 teams participating.
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