Round of 16 matches set for World Cup knockout stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:21 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The World Cup's knockout phase begins today with the round of 16 matches starting at 7 PM. Featured matchups include Canada facing Morocco and Paraguay taking on France. This round follows a surprising group stage, which saw notable teams like Germany and the Netherlands eliminated. The tournament will continue over the next four days to determine the eight teams advancing to the quarterfinals. Matches will culminate with the final set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
- •Matches run from July 4 to July 7
- •Notable matchups include Brazil vs. Norway and Mexico vs. England
- •Eight teams will advance after this knockout round
- •Final match scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium
- 4:21 AMYahoo Sports — 🏆Round of 16 draw! Messi-Salah, CR7-Yamal, Haaland-Brazil: best side?
"From Canada-Morocco to Portugal-Spain, via Brazil-Norway and Argentina-Egypt: the World Cup is entering its hottest phase. France and Spain start as the frontrunners, but the new format has already sh...
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