2026 World Cup Round of 16 Matchups Officially Confirmed

Full List of Teams and Fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16

According to Главком: The participating teams and pairings for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been finalized. Co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, this edition marks the first time the tournament features 48 competing nations. The championship is scheduled to conclude on July 19, 2026.

Teams Advancing to the Knockout Stage

The following sixteen sides have secured their spots in the Round of 16:

• Mexico
• Canada
• Brazil
• Morocco
• France
• Norway
• Paraguay
• England
• Belgium
• United States
• Portugal
• Spain
• Switzerland
• Egypt
• Argentina
• Colombia

The Round of 16 fixtures have been set as follows:

• Paraguay vs. France
• Canada vs. Morocco
• Brazil vs. Norway
• Mexico vs. England
• United States vs. Belgium
• Portugal vs. Spain
• Argentina vs. Egypt
• Switzerland vs. Colombia

The Canada–Morocco match is scheduled for July 4 in Houston, USA. Morocco advanced from the Round of 32 by defeating the Netherlands in a penalty shootout. Canada, meanwhile, secured a 1–0 victory over South Africa thanks to a Stephen Eustáquio goal in the 90+2nd minute. Brazil also progressed by overcoming Japan in the previous round.

The 2026 World Cup is set to deliver exceptional excitement, especially with the expanded 48-team format adding more drama to the competition.

So far, the tournament’s early stages have delivered plenty of intrigue and memorable moments, with teams now gearing up for tougher challenges on the road to glory. The opening matches have already proven that the level of competition is fierce, and every side is ready to fight for every opportunity.

As the excitement builds for the knockout stage, fans can look back at the initial three matchups that set the stage for this thrilling tournament. These early contests have already showcased the intensity and skill of the competing teams, providing a glimpse of what’s to come in the Round of 16.