### Allianz Arena 2026 Tournament Bracket
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted in Qatar, and the tournament's bracket system is set to be one of the most exciting aspects for fans worldwide. With 32 teams competing across four divisions, the tournament will feature some of the world’s best footballers vying for glory on the biggest stage.
#### Group Stage
The group stage is divided into eight groups, with each group consisting of four teams. The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout phase.
- **Group A**: Brazil, Argentina, France, Switzerland
- **Group B**: Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Croatia
- **Group C**: Germany, England, Italy, Uruguay
- **Group D**: Morocco, Russia, Ecuador, Saudi Arabia
- **Group E**: Japan, South Korea, Nigeria, Ghana
- **Group F**: Iran, Austria, Colombia, Serbia
- **Group G**: Poland, Mexico, Tunisia, Senegal
- **Group H**: Cameroon, Qatar, Peru, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Each match in the group stage will be played at the iconic Allianz Arena in Doha. The draw for the group stage was conducted in August 2019, ensuring that no two sides play against each other more than once during the tournament.
#### Knockout Phase
After the group stage, the top two teams from each group advance to the knockout phase. This phase consists of six rounds, including:
1. **Quarter-finals**
2. **Semi-finals**
3. **Final**
The Allianz Arena will host all matches in the knockout phase, ensuring a high level of excitement and entertainment for fans.
#### Quarter-finals
In the quarter-finals, the four teams from each group will compete in two matches. The winners of these matches will move on to the semi-finals.
#### Semi-finals
The winners of the quarter-finals will meet in two matches. The winner of this match will go on to the final.
#### Final
The final match will be held between the two semifinalists, determining the champion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
#### Additional Information
- The tournament will run from November 21, 2026, to December 18, 2026.
- Each match will have a duration of 90 minutes, with a 15-minute halftime.
- There will be two additional 15-minute periods in the event of extra time.
- The tournament will feature a total of 72 matches, including 64 group stage matches, 16 quarter-final matches, 8 semi-final matches, and 1 final match.
This tournament promises to be a thrilling spectacle, showcasing the best players from around the world and bringing together millions of fans from around the globe.
