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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the knockout stage, and the Round of 16 is officially underway! After an electrifying Round of 32 that saw several upsets and dramatic penalty shootouts, the tournament is heating up as teams battle for a spot in the quarterfinals. Here’s everything you need to know about the latest action.
Round of 32 Recap: Key Results
| Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa vs Canada | 0-1 | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood |
| Brazil vs Japan | 2-1 | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Germany vs Paraguay | 1-1 (3-4 pens) | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| Netherlands vs Morocco | 1-1 (2-3 pens) | Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe |
| Ivory Coast vs Norway | 1-2 | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| France vs Sweden | 3-0 | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
| Mexico vs Ecuador | 2-0 | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| England vs DR Congo | 2-1 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
| Belgium vs Senegal | 3-2 (aet) | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| USA vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | 2-0 | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara |
| Spain vs Austria | 3-0 | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood |
| Portugal vs Croatia | 2-1 | BMO Field, Toronto |
| Switzerland vs Algeria | 2-0 | BC Place, Vancouver |
| Australia vs Egypt | 1-1 (2-4 pens) | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| Argentina vs Cape Verde | 3-2 (aet) | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens |
| Colombia vs Ghana | 1-0 | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
Biggest Upsets
- Cape Verde pushed defending champions Argentina to extra time before falling 3-2 in a thriller
- Paraguay stunned Germany on penalties after a 1-1 draw
- Morocco knocked out the Netherlands in a dramatic shootout
- Egypt eliminated Australia on penalties after a 1-1 draw
Round of 16 — Today’s Action (July 4)
✅ Canada 0-3 Morocco
Morocco continued their impressive run with a dominant 3-0 victory over Canada at NRG Stadium in Houston. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice (50′, 82′), and Rahimi added a third in stoppage time (90+8′). Canada, who had made it through the group stage as Group A runners-up, couldn’t find an answer to Morocco’s organized defense and clinical finishing.
Upcoming Today
| Match | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Paraguay vs France | 4:30 PM | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
| Portugal vs Spain | 7:00 PM | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood |
| United States vs Belgium | 9:00 PM | Lumen Field, Seattle |
Looking Ahead: Round of 16 Schedule
July 5: Brazil vs Norway — East Rutherford | Mexico vs England — Mexico City
July 6: Portugal/Spain winner vs Switzerland — Arlington | USA/Belgium winner vs Argentina/Colombia winner — Seattle
July 7: Argentina vs Colombia — Atlanta | Egypt vs Switzerland — Vancouver
Key Stats So Far
- Total matches played: 90
- Total goals scored: 261 (2.9 per match)
- Top scorers: Lionel Messi (Argentina) & Kylian Mbappé (France) — 7 goals each
- Total attendance: 5,839,787 (new World Cup record!)
FAQ
Q: When is the World Cup 2026 final?
A: The final takes place on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Q: Where can I watch the matches?
A: In the US, all matches are broadcast on FOX Sports and streamed on Fubo. Check local listings for exact channels.
Q: Which teams are the favorites to win?
A: France, Argentina, Brazil, and England remain top contenders. Morocco has been a dark horse after eliminating the Netherlands and Canada.
Q: What happens if a knockout match is tied?
A: 30 minutes of extra time are played, followed by a penalty shootout if still tied.
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