2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is reaching one of its most thrilling stages—the Round of 16—which begins on July 4, 2026. This edition is historic as it is the first to feature 48 teams, and it is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Round of 16 will conclude on July 7, 2026.
Round of 16 Match Schedule
The opening match of this stage takes place on July 4, 2026, at 20:00 Kyiv time, featuring Canada against Morocco. The following day, July 5, 2026, includes two matches: Paraguay faces France at 00:00, and Brazil takes on Norway at 23:00. On July 6, 2026, two more games are scheduled: Mexico versus England at 03:00 and Portugal against Spain at 22:00. The Round of 16 wraps up on July 7, 2026, with the United States playing Belgium at 03:00, followed by Argentina versus Egypt at 19:00 and Switzerland against Colombia at 23:00.
In Ukraine, the official broadcasting rights for the 2026 World Cup belong to the media service Megogo. Viewers can access the matches through either the 'Sport' or 'Megopack' subscription packages. Additionally, some games will be available for free on the 'Megogo Sport' TV channel, which can be accessed via the T2 digital broadcast and cable networks. 'Megogo Sport' will air one selected match per game day at no cost.
For context, in the Round of 32, Canada secured a 1-0 victory over South Africa, while Brazil demonstrated their strength by defeating Japan to advance. The World Cup final is scheduled for July 19, 2026.
The Round of 16 promises intense and exciting competition, as the teams that have advanced have already shown a high level of play in earlier matches. The expansion to 48 teams for the first time in the tournament's history highlights the growing global popularity of soccer. Thanks to Megogo's coverage, fans in Ukraine will be able to follow all the action and experience this major sporting event.
As the excitement builds for the Round of 16, fans can look back at the thrilling opener of the tournament, where Mexico will take on South Africa on June 11. This match sets the stage for a captivating World Cup, showcasing the intense competition that lies ahead as teams vie for glory in the knockout stages.