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## Round of 32 Heats Up: Hosts USA, England, Belgium, and Mexico Punch Tickets
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is in full swing, and July 1 delivered a spectacular day of Round of 32 action across three host nations. With the tournament already shattering attendance records (over 5.3 million fans through the gates), the race to the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19 is getting tighter by the day.
### July 1 Results
| Match | Score | Venue | Key Highlight |
|——-|——-|——-|—————|
| **USA** vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | **2–0** | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara | Dominant home performance |
| **Belgium** vs Senegal | **3–2** (aet) | Lumen Field, Seattle | Extra-time thriller |
| **England** vs DR Congo | **2–1** | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | Late winner secures it |
**USA 2–0 Bosnia & Herzegovina** — The co-hosts delivered under pressure at Levi’s Stadium. A first-half strike set the tone, and a second-half dagger sealed the win in front of a roaring home crowd. The USMNT will now face Belgium in the Round of 16 on July 6 in Seattle.
**Belgium 3–2 Senegal (a.e.t.)** — The match of the day. Senegal pushed Belgium to the limit, forcing extra time after a dramatic 90 minutes. The Red Devils ultimately prevailed in a five-goal classic, setting up a Round of 16 clash with the United States.
**England 2–1 DR Congo** — The Three Lions did just enough in Atlanta. DR Congo battled hard in their first World Cup knockout appearance since 1974, but England’s quality shone through in the end.
### Other Key Results So Far
| Match | Score | Round of 32 Opponent |
|——-|——-|———————|
| **Mexico** 2–0 Ecuador | ✅ | England (Round of 16) |
| **France** 3–0 Sweden | ✅ | Paraguay (Round of 16) |
| **Canada** 1–0 South Africa | ✅ | Morocco (Round of 16) |
| **Brazil** 2–1 Japan | ✅ | Norway (Round of 16) |
| **Norway** 2–1 Ivory Coast | ✅ | Brazil (Round of 16) |
| **Paraguay** 1–1 (4–3 pens) Germany | ✅ | France (Round of 16) |
| **Morocco** 1–1 (3–2 pens) Netherlands | ✅ | Canada (Round of 16) |
### Upcoming Round of 32 Matches (July 2–3)
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (ET) |
|——|——-|——-|———–|
| July 2 | **Portugal** vs **Croatia** | Toronto | Afternoon |
| July 2 | **Spain** vs **Austria** | Inglewood, CA | Evening |
| July 2 | **Switzerland** vs **Algeria** | Vancouver | Night |
| July 3 | **Argentina** vs **Cape Verde** | Miami Gardens | Afternoon |
| July 3 | **Australia** vs **Egypt** | Arlington, TX | Evening |
| July 3 | **Colombia** vs **Ghana** | Kansas City | Night |
### Looking Ahead
The Round of 16 is already taking shape with some mouthwatering matchups:
– **USA vs Belgium** — July 6 in Seattle
– **Mexico vs England** — July 5 in Mexico City
– **France vs Paraguay** — July 4 in Philadelphia
– **Canada vs Morocco** — July 4 in Houston
– **Brazil vs Norway** — July 5 in East Rutherford
Defending champions Argentina take on debutants Cape Verde on July 3 — can Lionel Messi and co. navigate their first knockout test? And Portugal vs Croatia on July 2 promises to be a tactical battle between two European powerhouses.
### FAQ
**Q: Where is the 2026 World Cup final being played?**
A: The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
**Q: Which teams are the top scorers so far?**
A: Lionel Messi (Argentina) and Kylian Mbappé (France) lead the Golden Boot race with 6 goals each.
**Q: How many teams are in the knockout stage?**
A: 32 teams advanced from the group stage (12 group winners, 12 runners-up, and 8 best third-place teams).
**Q: What happens if a knockout match is tied after 90 minutes?**
A: The match goes to 30 minutes of extra time. If still tied, it’s decided by a penalty shootout.
**Q: Has the attendance record been broken?**
A: Yes! The 2026 World Cup surpassed the 1994 record of 3.6 million on June 25 and has now drawn over 5.3 million fans.
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