When Are Contests Available to Create?
All 2026 World Cup contest types — including the World Cup Bracket — will be available in the create a contest flow starting May 21, 2026.
Group Stage Pick Deadline
Group Stage picks must be submitted before the first Group Stage match kicks off on June 11, 2026. Once the tournament begins, Group Stage picks are locked and cannot be changed.
Knockout Stage Pick Deadline
Knockout Stage brackets are filled out after the Group Stage concludes, once the 32 qualifying teams are known. Members pick all 31 knockout games before the Round of 32 begins.
The Round of 32 is scheduled for June 28 – July 1, 2026.
Key Tournament Dates
May 21, 2026 — World Cup contests go live in create a contest flow
June 11, 2026 — Group Stage begins; Group Stage picks lock
June 28 – July 1 — Round of 32
July 4–7 — Round of 16
July 11–12 — Quarterfinals (Round of 8)
July 15–16 — Semifinals (Round of 4)
July 19, 2026 — Final (MetLife Stadium, NJ)