It's hard to believe we are just a year away from the 2018 World Cup. But before that, we've got the test run in Russia with the 2018 Confederations Cup which begins on June 17. Below you will find the format, groups and schedule, TV listings and more.
Format
There are two groups with four teams each, and the top two from each group advance to the semifinals. The rest are eliminated from the competition. There will be a third-place match and a final after the semis.
Watch
The matches will be broadcast on the FOX family of networks and streamed online on Fox Sports Go.
Groups and Schedule
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
| Mexico | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 |
| Russia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
Group breakdown: Russia expects to go through as host, but reigning European champions Portugal and Mexico are the heavy favorites to move on.
Schedule
(All times eastern)
Saturday, June 17
Russia 2, New Zealand 0
Sunday, June 18
Portugal 2, Mexico 2
Wednesday, June 21
Portugal 1, Russia 0
Mexico 2, New Zealand 1
Saturday, June 24
Mexico 2, Russia 1
Portugal 4, New Zealand 0
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
| Mexico | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Australia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| Cameroon | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
Group breakdown: Germany is the favorite to win the competition, while Chile is also a strong contender to make it far. Cameroon is the dark horse in this group, while Australia has a slight chance to move on.
Schedule
Sunday, June 18
Chile 2, Cameroon 0
Monday, June 19
Germany 3, Australia 2
Thursday, June 22
Cameroon 1, Australia 1
Germany 1, Chile 1
Sunday, June 25
Germany 3, Cameroon 1
Chile 1, Australia
Knockout Stages
Semifinals
Wednesday, June 28
Chile 0, Portugal 0 (Chile advances 3-0 in penalties)
Thursday, June 29
Germany 4, Mexico 1
Third place match
Sunday, July 2
Portugla 2, Mexico 1
Final
Sunday, July 2
Germany 1, Chile 0
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