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The knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with a 32-team round, a new format introduced after the tournament expanded to 48 teams. Mexico has become the first team to secure a spot, while Haiti and Turkey have been eliminated.
FIFA has officially released the match schedule for the 2026 World Cup, which will feature 104 games across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament introduces a revolutionary 48-team format, bringing unprecedented changes.
FIFA has approved a new rule for the 2026 World Cup that annuls single yellow cards after the group stage and after the quarter-finals, reducing player suspensions in knockout matches. This adjustment addresses the expanded tournament format and helps keep players on the field. FIFA also announced a 15% increase in financial distribution to all 48 participating teams.
