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FIFA World Cup knockout stage features 10 teams as round of 32 continues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:34 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

FIFA World Cup knockout stage features 10 teams as round of 32 continues

Summary

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is underway, with the round of 32 matches taking place on July 2. So far, 10 teams have qualified for the round of 16, including Belgium, Brazil, and the United States. Teams must win their matches to advance, as the knockout format eliminates the losing side. Upcoming matches will finalize the remaining six spots in the next round, with the tournament’s format requiring extra time and penalty shootouts in the event of tied games. Matchups for the round of 16 are set to be determined over the next two days as teams compete for continued success.

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By the Numbers

•10 teams qualified for round of 16: Belgium, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Mexico, Morocco, Norway, Paraguay, US
•Knockout stage is single-elimination; matches can go to extra time and penalties
•Round of 16 matches scheduled from July 4 to July 10
•Final two days of round of 32 will complete tournament bracket

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In the FIFA World Cup knockout stage, each match is a single-elimination game that decides who moves on and whose run ends in disappointment.
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