The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament has moved into its elimination phase as of July 2, 2026.
Several powerhouse national teams have secured their spots in the official round of 16 bracket.
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According to a report by the El Paso Times, five specific knockout fixtures have already been locked into the schedule.
The earliest matches are set to begin on July 4.
Confirmed Round of 16 Matchups
- Paraguay vs. France – July 4
- Canada vs. Morocco – July 4
- Brazil vs. Norway – July 5
- Mexico vs. England – July 5
- USA vs. Belgium – July 6
Several other nations remain in contention. They are playing final matches to secure the last remaining spots in the round of 16 bracket.
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The tournament is scheduled to conclude with the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.
m. MT at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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The third-place placement match will take place one day prior on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
