1024 teams (1016 from qualifiers + 8 bottom teams from Group D of The Grind) will be divided into 64 groups. Each group will play 6 matches. Top 7 teams from each group and an additional 48 teams based on overall standings will advance to Round 2.
Dates: 26th January – 1st February 2026
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