2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Overview

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the knockout stage, entering the Round of 16 on Saturday. This phase is crucial as teams compete for a place in the quarterfinals. Here, we provide details on the teams that have advanced and the schedule for their upcoming matches.

Teams Advancing to the Round of 16

Sixteen teams have secured their spots in the Round of 16 after intense group stage battles. The qualified teams and their results in the previous round are as follows:

  • Canada: Overcame South Africa with a 1-0 victory.
  • Brazil: Triumphed over Japan in a 2-1 match.
  • Paraguay: Defeated Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout.
  • Morocco: Won against the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties.
  • Norway: Beat Ivory Coast with a score of 2-1.
  • France: Secured a decisive 3-0 win over Sweden.
  • Mexico: Achieved a 2-0 victory against Ecuador.
  • England: Emerged victorious over DR Congo with a 2-1 scoreline.
  • Belgium: Narrowly defeated Senegal 3-2.
  • USA: Overpowered Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0.
  • Spain: Clinched a 3-0 win over Austria.
  • Portugal: Defeated Croatia 2-1.
  • Switzerland: Secured a 2-0 win against Algeria.
  • Egypt: Advanced by beating Australia 4-2 in penalties.
  • Argentina: Edged past Cape Verde 3-2.
  • Colombia: Managed a 1-0 victory over Ghana.

Match Schedule for the Round of 16

The schedule for the Round of 16 matches is as follows:

  • Canada vs Morocco: July 4, Saturday, Houston Stadium – 17:00 GMT.
  • Paraguay vs France: July 4, Saturday, Philadelphia Stadium – 21:00 GMT.
  • Brazil vs Norway: July 5, Sunday, New York/New Jersey Stadium – 20:00 GMT.
  • Mexico vs England: July 5, Sunday, Mexico City Stadium – 00:00 GMT on Monday.
  • Portugal vs Spain: July 6, Monday, Dallas Stadium – 19:00 GMT.
  • USA vs Belgium: July 6, Monday, Seattle Stadium – 00:00 GMT on Tuesday.
  • Argentina vs Egypt: July 7, Tuesday, Atlanta Stadium – 16:00 GMT.
  • Switzerland vs Colombia: July 7, Tuesday, BC Place Vancouver – 20:00 GMT.

As the tournament progresses, fans can anticipate thrilling matches with high stakes as teams aim to secure their spots in the next round.

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