2026 FIFA World Cup Group C: Teams, Standings, Schedule, and Knockout Path

Overview of Group C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The upcoming 2026 World Cup promises to be one of football's largest events ever, expanding to include 48 teams and nearly doubling the number of matches to 104. The tournament will showcase global powerhouses battling for the trophy, with Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti competing in Group C—a group many consider both intriguing and challenging.

Group C Match Schedule and Venues

• June 13: Brazil vs. Morocco at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ (6 p.m. ET)
• June 13: Haiti vs. Scotland at Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA (9 p.m. ET)
• June 19: Scotland vs. Morocco at Gillette Stadium (6 p.m. ET)
• June 19: Brazil vs. Haiti at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA (9 p.m. ET)
• June 24: Scotland vs. Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, FL (6 p.m. ET)
• June 24: Morocco vs. Haiti at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA (6 p.m. ET)

Determining Tiebreakers in Group Stages

If teams tie on points after all group matches, FIFA applies these rules in order:

• Head-to-head results among tied teams
• Goal difference in head-to-head games
• Goals scored in head-to-head matches
• Overall goal difference in all group games
• Goals scored in all group matches
• Team conduct score (based on yellow/red cards)
• FIFA ranking as a final decider

Advancing from Third Place in 2026

With the tournament's expansion, eight of the best third-placed teams across groups will also move on to the Round of 32. Their ranking depends on points, goal difference, goals scored, conduct score, and FIFA ranking.

Profiles of Group C Teams

Brazil

Known for their rich football heritage, Brazil holds five World Cup titles and has appeared in every tournament. Their path to 2026 was rocky, finishing fifth in South American qualifiers and undergoing managerial changes before Carlo Ancelotti took charge in May 2025. Key players include Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, Casemiro from Manchester United, and goalkeeper Alisson at Liverpool. Injuries have sidelined notable figures like Estevao and Rodrygo, and Neymar's fitness remains uncertain.

Ranking: 6th FIFA, 2nd CONMEBOLCoach: Carlo AncelottiQualification: 5th in South American qualifiers (8W-6L-4D)

Morocco

Morocco returns to the World Cup for the third consecutive time, riding high after their historic fourth-place finish in Qatar 2022. They dominated CAF qualifying, winning Group E without dropping a match. The team aims to prove their recent success was no fluke as they prepare to co-host the 2030 World Cup. Coach Mohamed Ouahbi, appointed in March 2026, leads stars such as Brahim Diaz from Real Madrid and Youssef En-Nesyri of Fenerbahce.

Ranking: 8th FIFA, 1st CAFCoach: Mohamed OuahbiQualification: CAF Group E winners (8W-0L-0D)

Scotland

After a 28-year absence, Scotland secured a thrilling qualification by beating Denmark 4-2 in November 2025. Steve Clarke, the longest-serving Scotland manager, aims to guide the team past the group stages for the first time. The squad features talents like Scott McTominay (Napoli), Andy Robertson (Liverpool), and John McGinn (Aston Villa).

Ranking: 43rd FIFA, 23rd UEFACoach: Steve ClarkeQualification: UEFA Group C winners (4W-1L-1D)

Haiti

Haiti returns to the World Cup finals for only the second time since 1974. Despite political and social challenges forcing them to play home matches abroad, they topped their CONCACAF qualifying group. French coach Sebastien Migne, who has never visited Haiti due to these issues, leads a team with players like Duckens Nazon and Frantzdy Pierrot. Expectations are modest, with the focus on participation.

Ranking: 83rd FIFA, 9th CONCACAFCoach: Sebastien MigneQualification: 1st in CONCACAF Group C (3W-1L-2D)

Group C Betting Odds

Broadcasting Details

In the United States, Fox will air the World Cup in English, with streaming available through Fubo, which offers a free trial. Other regions have various broadcasters, including TSN and Amazon Prime in Canada, BBC and ITV in the UK, and SBS in Australia. Streaming options vary by country.

Knockout Stage Path for Group C Teams

The Group C winner will face the runner-up from Group F in the Round of 32 at NRG Stadium in Houston. The Group C runner-up meets the Group F winner at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe, Mexico. Should the third-placed team advance, they could face winners from Groups E, I, or A, with exact details pending based on final rankings.

Round of 32 Highlights Involving Group C

• June 29, 1 p.m. ET: 1st Group C vs. 2nd Group F at NRG Stadium, Houston
• June 29, 9 p.m. ET: 1st Group F vs. 2nd Group C at Estadio BBVA, Mexico

Key Dates Ahead

The knockout rounds continue through July with quarterfinals at venues like Gillette Stadium and SoFi Stadium, semifinals in Arlington and Atlanta, and the final set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford.