Today at World Cup 2026: decisive matches and final standings in three groups

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is entering one of its most intense moments – the final round of the group stage. Between June 24 and 28, it will become clear which teams will advance to the knockout stage – the top two from each group, as well as the eight best third-placed teams.

By tradition, the matches that decide the fate of the teams in a given group are played at the same time to ensure no advantage and to maintain sporting principles. Today and overnight, there are a total of six matches ahead that will shape the final standings in three of the groups – "A", "B", and "C".

The Bulgarian National Television is the main licensee of the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and will broadcast the key matches from the final round of the groups.

Group "B"

"Switzerland – Canada", June 24, 22:00 Bulgarian time
"Bosnia and Herzegovina – Qatar", June 24, 22:00 Bulgarian time

In group "B", the situation is extremely tense. One of the hosts – "Canada" – and "Switzerland" have 4 points each and top the standings before the final round. "Bosnia and Herzegovina" and "Qatar" have 1 point each, but still retain a mathematical chance to get involved in the battle for the knockout stages.

The two matches from the group will be played in parallel. If Switzerland or Canada succeed, they guarantee a place in the next phase, but any misstep could open the door for the Bosnian or Qatari team. It is expected that all four teams will come out with maximum motivation, as every point could prove decisive.

Group "C"

"Scotland – Brazil", June 25, 01:00 Bulgarian time
"Morocco – Haiti", June 25, 01:00 Bulgarian time

In group "C", the outcome is also unpredictable. "Brazil" and "Morocco", who have 4 points each, are fighting for first place. "Scotland" is right behind them with 3 points and, with a win against Brazil, could disrupt the calculations and get involved in the battle for the top.

"Haiti" has no chance to advance to the knockout stages, but the match against "Morocco" is not insignificant – the Caribbean team could influence the final standings and take valuable points from its African opponent. The two matches will determine not only the first two teams, but also the potential third, which could advance through the quota for the best third-placed teams.

Group "A"

"South Africa – South Korea", June 25, 04:00 Bulgarian time
"Czech Republic – Mexico", June 25, 04:00 Bulgarian time

In group "A", the hosts from "Mexico" have already secured a place in the knockout stages after two consecutive victories and are unreachable at the top. "South Korea" has 3 points and is in an advantageous position, but nothing is decided for second and third place.

The "Czech Republic" and "South Africa" have 1 point each and will look for a win to increase their chances of advancing – either as second or as one of the eight best third-placed teams. The two matches – "South Africa – South Korea" and "Czech Republic – Mexico" – will be played simultaneously and will provide the final answer as to which teams remain in the tournament and which end their participation in the groups.

After the end of these six matches, the picture of the 2026 World Cup will become significantly clearer – three groups will have final standings, and some of the favorites and surprise packages will have guaranteed their place in the knockout stages. For the fans, this means several hours of pure football drama – with high stakes, parallel matches, and scenarios that often change until the final whistle.