World Cup 2026: third-place table, who has qualified and who needs what?

The 2026 World Cup group stage is nearing its conclusion, with qualification spots for the knockout phase still being decided across multiple groups. Teams level on points are separated by a series of tiebreakers, including head-to-head points, goal difference, goals scored, disciplinary points, and FIFA ranking. The Guardian has outlined the current standings, including the third-place table, to clarify what each team needs to advance.