Seven national teams have secured their places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 following the initial knockout matches that began on June 28.
Canada, Brazil, Paraguay, Morocco, France, Norway, and Mexico earned spots in the next phase after surviving the round of 32.
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Qualified Teams and Next Matches
Canada advanced with a 1-0 victory and will play on July 4. Brazil beat Japan 2-0 and faces its next match on July 5.
Paraguay defeated Germany 1-1 (4-3 on penalties) and plays on July 4. Morocco overcame the Netherlands 1-1 (3-2 on penalties) and also plays on July 4.
France won 3-0 against Sweden and will play on July 4. Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 and plays on July 5.
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Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 and plays on July 5.
The round of 16 is scheduled to begin on July 4, 2026, with consecutive matches through July 7, before the tournament moves to the quarterfinal stage starting July 9.
Upcoming round of 32 matches on July 2 feature Spain vs Austria in Los Angeles, Portugal vs Croatia in Toronto, and Switzerland vs Algeria in Vancouver.
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On July 3, remaining round of 32 fixtures include Australia vs Egypt in Dallas, Argentina vs Cape Verde in Miami, and Colombia vs Ghana in Kansas City.
