2026 FIFA World Cup third place standings, positions: Who qualifies for the round of 32?

At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, eight of the teams that finish in third place in their groups will advance to the round of 32. The expanded tournament format means not all third-place finishers will qualify, making group standings crucial for determining which teams progress. The specific ranking criteria used to separate third-place teams will decide which eight sides earn a spot in the knockout stage.