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Group E

FIFA World Cup 2026 · Avg FIFA rank: #46 · Top seed: Germany

Ivory Coast, Curaçao, Ecuador, Germany. Tied teams are separated first by overall goal difference and overall goals scored in all group matches; if still level, FIFA compares head-to-head points, head-to-head goal difference and head-to-head goals scored, then fair-play points and drawing of lots.

Group quick answers

Which teams are in Group E?

Group E contains Ivory Coast, Curaçao, Ecuador, and Germany. It is a four-team FIFA World Cup 2026 group, with each team playing three group-stage matches.

When does Group E play?

Group E currently lists 6 fixtures across June 14, 2026 - June 25, 2026. GoalPulse updates scores, status and related match links before and during matchdays.

Where are Group E matches played?

Group E matches are distributed across NRG Stadium, Houston, Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, BMO Field, Toronto, Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, and MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. Each match page shows kick-off time, stadium, city and team links.

How do teams qualify from Group E?

The top two teams in Group E advance directly to the Round of 32. The third-placed team must finish among the eight best third-placed teams across all 12 groups. By current FIFA ranking, Germany is the highest-ranked team in this group, with an average ranking around #46.

Teams

Match schedule — 6 matches

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