Football Jun 28, 2026

World Cup 2026 tables and third-place standings: live updates as top eight teams qualify for round of 32

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World Cup 2026 tables and third-place standings: live updates as top eight teams qualify for round of 32

As the final World Cup group matches approach, who is on course to reach the knockout stages?

The top two teams from each group and the eight best third‑placed teams qualify for the round of 32.

The eight best third-placed teams are ranked by:

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