Where to qualify in the group stage? Study guide for World Cup group qualifying rules

As one of the most important football events in the world, the World Cup has attracted the attention and love of countless fans. In the World Cup, the group stage is a critical stage that determines whether each team can successfully advance to the knockout rounds. So, what place should I finish in the group stage? Let's learn about the qualifying rules for the World Cup group stage

First of all, there are 4 teams in each group during the group stage. Among them, the top two players in each group will be awarded the right to advance and achieve the goal of qualifying. If two or more teams have the same points in the group stage, the order of qualifying will be determined based on several factors. The first is the goal difference, that is, the team with the most goal difference ranks top. If the goal difference is the same, it is determined by the number of goals. If the number of goals is the same, then directly comparing the results of the game between the two teams, the winner will be ranked higher. If the two teams have the same result, the ranking will be determined by drawing lots.

Secondly, if the points and goal difference data of two or more teams in the group stage are still consistent, other methods will be used to determine the qualifying ranking. Among them, the first is the result of a direct match between two teams in the group. If this result still does not determine the winner, then indicators will be based on the two teams 'further comparison during the group stage, such as the number of goals, goal difference, number of yellow cards, number of red cards, etc. If the comparison indicators are all the same, then the ranking is ultimately determined by drawing lots.

Finally, for some special circumstances, such as when one team was disqualified due to major violations in the group stage, or when two teams committed serious violations in the group stage and the game was cancelled until they were ruled lose, it will also be determined whether to give another team the opportunity to enter the knockout round based on the specific circumstances.

The qualifying rules for the World Cup group stage are quite strict and fair. The points, goal difference, game results, number of goals and other processes are all to ensure fair competition and determine the order of qualifying. This also adds a lot of suspense and highlights to the fans, and adds more excitement and enjoyment to the World Cup.