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Tournament Structure

Group Stage Knockout Stage Qualification Process Teams Team Participation Match Details Match Schedule 48 Teams Group Stage Matches 48-Team Format Match Results Knockout Rounds Knockout Stages Elimination Rounds First Phase Quarterfinals Group Stages Qualification Criteria Playoff Format Elimination Phase Final Matches FIFA's Role Matches Match Phases Prize Distribution Opening Ceremony Qualification Match Outcomes Phases Achtelfinale Semifinals Host Cities Quarter Finals 2024-2026 Changes Format Changes Prize Money Match Format Vorrunde bis Finale Kick-off Dates Final Match Octavos de Final Semi-finals Main Round

MLS to Rejoin U.S. Open Cup With All 27 U.S. Teams in 2027

The agreement retools the tournament calendar and rosters to limit fixture conflicts and make it easier for MLS clubs to field players.