The 2026 World Cup is on the horizon, with the opening game set to take place on Thursday as Mexico welcome South Africa in the opener of the 23rd edition of football's greatest tournament.

How far can the Socceroos go? Will the host nations do any good? And who is the favourite to win the tournament? Here’s your guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Groups A to F.

The expanded tournament is co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada with 104 matches in 16 stadiums over 39 days.