2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Overview
The knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on July 4, with the 16 remaining nations battling for a place in the quarter‑finals.
How the Teams Qualified
The following results secured the knockout‑phase spots:
- Canada defeated South Africa 1‑0.
- Brazil edged Japan 2‑1.
- Paraguay eliminated Germany 4‑3 on penalties.
- Morocco overcame the Netherlands 3‑2 on penalties.
- Norway beat Ivory Coast 2‑1.
- France swept Sweden 3‑0.
- Mexico saw off Ecuador 2‑0.
- England prevailed over DR Congo 2‑1.
- Belgium topped Senegal 3‑2.
- United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2‑0.
- Spain eased past Austria 3‑0.
- Portugal narrowly beat Croatia 2‑1.
- Switzerland defeated Algeria 2‑0.
- Australia lost to Egypt 4‑2 on penalties.
- Argentina overcame Cape Verde 3‑2.
- Colombia edged Ghana 1‑0.
Round of 16 Fixtures, Kick‑off Times (WAT) and Venues
All times are given in West Africa Time (WAT).
- Saturday, July 4 – Canada vs Morocco, Houston Stadium, 6:00 pm.
- Saturday, July 4 – Paraguay vs France, Philadelphia Stadium, 10:00 pm.
- Sunday, July 5 – Brazil vs Norway, New York/New Jersey Stadium, 9:00 pm.
- Monday, July 6 – Mexico vs England, Mexico City Stadium, 1:00 am.
- Monday, July 6 – Portugal vs Spain, Dallas Stadium, 8:00 pm.
- Tuesday, July 7 – USA vs Belgium, Seattle Stadium, 1:00 am.
- Tuesday, July 7 – Argentina vs Egypt, Atlanta Stadium, 5:00 pm.
- Tuesday, July 7 – Switzerland vs Colombia, BC Place, Vancouver, 9:00 pm.
Stay tuned for live updates and in‑depth analysis as the tournament progresses toward the quarter‑finals.
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