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Thirteen teams advance to knockout stage of 2026 World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 4:43 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Thirteen teams advance to knockout stage of 2026 World Cup

Summary

Thirteen teams have secured their places in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup after the completion of another matchday. All three host nations are among those advancing, meeting expectations. Notable teams like Argentina, Germany, France, and Brazil remain strong contenders in the tournament. More than half of the remaining spots in the knockout phase are still available as teams vie for advancement.

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By the Numbers

•Thirteen teams are confirmed in the knockout stage as of June 25, 2026.
•All three host nations have advanced in the competition.
•Powerhouses like Argentina, Germany, France, and Brazil are strong contenders.
•More than half of the knockout stage spots are still up for grabs.
•The next matchday will determine additional teams qualifying for the round of 32.

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4:43 AMYahoo Sports — 👏 13 teams already through to the 2026 World Cup round of 32

What they're saying

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With another matchday completed, it has been confirmed that 13 teams have already secured their place in the knockout stage.All three hosts have lived up to expectations, while powerhouses like Argent...
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