The group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially concluded, and the knockout bracket is now set. The expanded 48-team tournament has already delivered unforgettable moments, surprise qualifiers, and major upsets, but the real drama begins now.
The Round of 32 features some mouthwatering clashes between football’s biggest nations and several underdog stories looking to continue their historic runs.
Confirmed Round of 32 Fixtures
- South Africa vs Canada
- Germany vs Paraguay
- Netherlands vs Morocco
- Brazil vs Japan
- France vs Sweden
- Ecuador vs Switzerland
- Australia vs Egypt
- Belgium vs Iran
- United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Ivory Coast vs Norway
- England vs DR Congo
- Spain vs Algeria
- Portugal vs Croatia
- Argentina vs Cape Verde
- Colombia vs Ghana
- Mexico vs Austria
The knockout stage promises to be one of the most exciting in World Cup history. Traditional giants such as Brazil, Argentina, England, France, Spain and Portugal remain in contention, while surprise packages including Cape Verde, DR Congo, Morocco and Bosnia and Herzegovina will be hoping to extend their remarkable campaigns.
With every match now an elimination game, there is no room for error. One inspired performance can create a national hero, while one mistake can bring a team’s World Cup dream to an end.
Football fans around the world can expect six days of nonstop action as the battle to become world champions intensifies.
Which Round of 32 match are you most looking forward to? Share your predictions in the comments below.
