World Cup round of 16 kickoff begins this weekend with exciting matchups

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:52 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

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The World Cup round of 16 is set to begin on July 4, featuring several high-stakes matches. Canada faces Morocco in Houston after Canada's recent 1-0 win against South Africa. Paraguay takes on France in Philadelphia following Paraguay's upset victory over Germany. Brazil and Norway will meet on July 5 in East Rutherford, while Mexico plays England later that day in Mexico City. Team USA competes against Belgium in Seattle on July 6, with both teams coming off strong victories.

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  • Canada plays Morocco July 4 at 10 a.m. in Houston.
  • Paraguay competes against France July 4 at 2 p.m. in Philadelphia.
  • Brazil faces Norway July 5 at 1 p.m. in East Rutherford.
  • Mexico meets England July 5 at 5 p.m. in Mexico City.
  • USA takes on Belgium July 6 at 5 p.m. in Seattle.
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Jul. 3—MOSES LAKE — The World Cup heads into the round of 16 starting early July 4 with a number of highly anticipated matchups coming throughout the weekend. See below five of the matchups slated to be played this weekend. Canada vs. Morocco — July 4 at 10 a.m. After coming off their 1-0 victory over South Africa in the Round of 32, Canada prepares to head to Houston, Texas to play Morocco. ...

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