FIFA World Cup 2026 Points Table: How 32 of 48 Advance

48 teams, 12 groups of four — top two plus the eight best third-placed sides reach the Round of 32

Three points for a win, one for a draw; goal difference is football's version of net run rate

Germany's 7-1 rout and Spain's 0-0 stumble against Cape Verde set the early talking points

In India, watch on Unite8 Sports and ZEE5, with select matches free on DD Sports

Most kick-offs land between 9:30 PM and 9:30 AM IST

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