World Cup 2026 group stage wraps up with six teams advancing

The final group matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup took place in Los Angeles, where the United States' game drew a parade of Hollywood stars, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, and NBA legend Scottie Pippen. The high‑profile attendance underscored the tournament’s blend of sport and entertainment.

Across the three groups, Mexico, South Africa, Switzerland, Canada, Brazil and Morocco secured direct qualification for the round of 32. The Czech Republic, Qatar and Haiti finished bottom of their groups and are out. Bosnia‑Herzegovina remains in contention for a best‑third‑place slot, while South Korea and Scotland still hope to qualify pending remaining results. In Ecuador, the defeat of Germany prompted President Daniel Noboa to declare a national holiday to celebrate the upset and the team’s progression to the knockout phase.