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Round of 32 Heats Up: Brazil, Germany, Netherlands in Action Today — World Cup 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is officially underway. After an action-packed group stage that saw 32 teams advance, the Round of 32 kicked off yesterday with Canada edging South Africa 1-0 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
Today, three massive matchups await as the tournament’s heavyweights enter the fray.
Round of 32 — Monday, June 29 Fixtures
| Match | Venue | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇷 Brazil vs. Japan 🇯🇵 | NRG Stadium, Houston | 1:00 PM | Fox, fubo |
| 🇩🇪 Germany vs. Paraguay 🇵🇾 | Gillette Stadium, Boston | 4:30 PM | Fox, fubo |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands vs. Morocco 🇲🇦 | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey | 9:00 PM | Fox, fubo |
Yesterday’s Result: Canada Makes History
Canada 1, South Africa 0 — Stephen Eustáquio scored a dramatic last-minute winner in the 92nd minute to send the co-hosts into the Round of 16 for the first time in their history. The goal sparked wild celebrations at SoFi Stadium as Les Rouges became the first team through to the next round. South Africa, making their first knockout appearance since 2002, fought valiantly but could not hold on.
Canada will face the winner of Match 75 (Netherlands vs. Morocco) in the Round of 16 next.
Today’s Key Matchups
🇧🇷 Brazil vs. Japan 🇯🇵 — 1:00 PM ET (Houston)
Brazil cruised through Group C with 7 points, scoring 7 goals while conceding just 1. Japan, who finished second in Group F behind the Netherlands, bring a disciplined defensive setup that held Sweden to a draw and beat Tunisia 4-0. Can the Samurai Blue pull off another giant-killing upset?
🇩🇪 Germany vs. Paraguay 🇵🇾 — 4:30 PM ET (Boston)
Germany looked dominant in Group E despite a shock 2-1 loss to Ecuador, bouncing back to beat Ivory Coast and thrashing Curaçao 7-1. Paraguay sneaked through as one of the best third-placed teams from Group D. The Germans enter as heavy favorites, but Paraguay’s gritty defense could make this a tight affair.
🇳🇱 Netherlands vs. Morocco 🇲🇦 — 9:00 PM ET (Monterrey)
The Netherlands topped Group F with 7 points after demolishing Sweden 5-1 and Tunisia 3-1. Morocco impressed in Group C, drawing 1-1 with Brazil and beating Haiti 4-2 and Scotland 1-0. This clash in Monterrey promises to be the most competitive matchup of the day.
Looking Ahead
The Round of 32 continues through July 3, with 13 more knockout matches to determine who advances to the Round of 16 (July 4–7). The tournament final is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
Key Round of 32 Matches Coming Up
- Tuesday, June 30: France vs. Sweden (5 PM ET), Mexico vs. Ecuador (9 PM ET)
- Wednesday, July 1: USA vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina (8 PM ET), England vs. DR Congo (12 PM ET)
- Thursday, July 2: Spain vs. Austria, Portugal vs. Croatia
- Friday, July 3: Argentina vs. Cape Verde, Colombia vs. Ghana
FAQ
Where can I watch the World Cup 2026 Round of 32?
In the US, all matches air live on Fox, FS1, and fubo. Spanish-language coverage is available on Telemundo.
How does the Round of 32 work?
The expanded 48-team tournament features 32 teams in the first knockout round — 12 group winners, 12 runners-up, and 8 best third-placed teams. Every match is single-elimination with extra time and penalties if needed.
Which teams have been eliminated so far?
South Africa is the first team eliminated, losing 1-0 to Canada in the opening Round of 32 match on June 28.
When does the Round of 16 start?
The Round of 16 runs from July 4 to July 7, 2026.
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