World Cup last 32 matches preview teams and key players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 6:35 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup is set to begin on Sunday, June 28, featuring 16 matches. Highlights include South Africa meeting Canada, a battle between Brazil and Japan, and a rematch of Germany versus Paraguay. Intrigue surrounds fixtures like the Netherlands against Morocco and a matchup between France and Sweden. Each match promises compelling narratives and potential upsets throughout the tournament.
- •South Africa plays Canada in their first knockout stage match.
- •Japan defeated Brazil in their last meeting, setting up an intriguing rematch.
- •Germany and Paraguay will seek to settle past knockout stage scores.
- •The Netherlands face Morocco, with both sides aiming for a showcase performance.
- •USA co-hosts play Bosnia-Herzegovina in an early match on July 2.
- 6:35 AMYahoo Sports — Why you should watch every last 32 tie
- 6:35 AMBBC Sport — Big names, dark horses and subplots - reasons to watch each last 32 tie
"BBC Sport shows why you should be interested in all of the World Cup's last-32 ties.
"BBC Sport shows why you should be interested in all of the World Cup's last-32 ties.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 6:35 AMWhy you should watch every last 32 tie
BBC Sport shows why you should be interested in all of the World Cup's last-32 ties.
- BBC SportJun 28, 2026, 6:35 AMBig names, dark horses and subplots - reasons to watch each last 32 tie
BBC Sport shows why you should be interested in all of the World Cup's last-32 ties.
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