Group F World Cup 2026 Match Schedule & Standings
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What to Watch in Group F
A balanced group with no obvious push-over. The Netherlands return looking to back up their 2022 quarter-final run; Memphis Depay and Cody Gakpo lead the attacking generation. Japan have become a fixture in the last-16 and beat Germany and Spain in 2022; the Samurai Blue's expectation has shifted from punching-up to delivering. Sweden return to the World Cup after missing 2022, a campaign that ended Zlatan IbrahimoviΔ's Sweden chapter and opened the post-Zlatan era under Alexander Isak. Tunisia round out a group where every match matters. The Netherlands vs Japan opener will set the tone for the whole group, and the second-day Sweden vs Tunisia fixture is the one most pundits expect to swing on a set piece.
Group F Standings
Top 2 advance to Round of 32
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | πΈπͺ SwedenSWE | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| 2 | π―π΅ JapanJPN | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | π³π± NetherlandsNED | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | πΉπ³ TunisiaTUN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -4 | 0 |
Team Profiles
FIFA rankings & World Cup history
Group F Matches
3 matchdays Β· 6 matches
Matchday 1
Jun 14Matchday 2
Jun 20Matchday 3
Jun 25Where to Watch Live
16 world-class venues Β· 3 countries
USA
11 cities
Canada
2 cities
Mexico
3 cities
Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Boston
Gillette Stadium
Dallas
AT&T Stadium
Houston
NRG Stadium
Kansas City
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Los Angeles
SoFi Stadium
Specific venue assignments for Group F will be confirmed by FIFA.
Group Predictions
Based on FIFA rankings, historical performance, and live group standings as matches unfold.
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Key Matchup
Most competitive matchup by FIFA ranking
Group Facts
Group F: The Group of Death
Group F is the draw every neutral wanted and every coach feared. Brazil, the five-time world champions, drew Germany, the four-time world champions, in the same group of four. The pair last met at a World Cup in the 2014 semi-final in Belo Horizonte, the infamous 7-1, which gives the rematch a cultural weight no other group fixture carries.
South Africa and Thailand are not just along for the ride. Bafana Bafana have steadily improved across qualifying, and Thailand make their first ever World Cup appearance with a young squad and one of the loudest travelling fan groups in the tournament. Whoever loses the Brazil-Germany head-to-head will be hunting both points and goal difference against the other two.
If a single fixture defines the 2026 group stage, it will be played in Group F. Bookmark the section here, compare with Group H which features defending champions Argentina, or look at our bracket projection to see who Brazil and Germany would meet if both survive.
Follow the Journey to the Final
See how Group F teams progress through the knockout stages. Explore the full tournament bracket and match schedule.
Group F Match Schedule FAQs
When does the Group F World Cup 2026 Match Schedule begin?
Group F matches kick off during the first week of the tournament. The exact dates run from June 11 to June 26, 2026. Teams play three matches each before the knockout stage begins.
Which teams are in Group F for the 2026 tournament?
Group F features Japan, Netherlands, Sweden, and Tunisia. This group brings together teams from 3 different confederations, making for a competitive matchday lineup at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many teams advance from Group F to the knockout stage?
The top two teams with the most points at the end of the group stage automatically advance to the Round of 32. The eight best third-placed teams across all 12 groups also qualify. Tiebreakers like goal difference will decide teams tied on points.
Where will Group F matches be played?
Matches will be played across the 16 official host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Stadium assignments for each Group F fixture are published on the official FIFA schedule once the tournament draw is finalised.
How can I buy tickets for Group F matches?
Tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are sold exclusively through the official FIFA ticketing platform. Sales open in phases throughout 2025 and 2026. Sign up early on FIFA.com to be notified when each Group F fixture goes on sale.