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Previewing knockout round challenges for top World Cup teams

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:38 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Previewing knockout round challenges for top World Cup teams
Summary

As the World Cup progresses towards the knockout stage, teams like Argentina, Spain, France, and England are preparing for potential matchups against formidable opponents. Portugal faces Croatia in the Round of 32, while Germany is set to meet Paraguay. Both teams have challenging draws, with Germany possibly facing France in the Round of 16. Mexico enters the knockout phase after a perfect group stage but must contend with Ecuador first. The tournament continues with 32 teams narrowing down to 16 as the competition intensifies.

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  • •Argentina, Spain, France, and England among favorites in knockout stage.
  • •Portugal matched with Croatia; Germany faces Paraguay next.
  • •Germany might meet France in Round of 16 if they advance.
  • •Mexico enters knockout phase with a perfect group stage.
  • •Tournament will soon transition from 32 teams to 16.
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  • 5:38 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the toughest World Cup knockout draws: Is Argentina, Spain, France or England in danger of upset?
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The Sporting News looks at the toughest World Cup knockout draws in this year's tournament.

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