World Cup Round of 32 kicks off as teams vie for last 16 spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Round of 32 in the World Cup begins on June 28 with 16 matches scheduled until July 3. The tournament's expansion allows 48 teams to compete, including three co-hosts advancing to the knockout stage. Key matchups include Netherlands vs. Morocco and Portugal vs. Croatia, with predictions coming from USA TODAY Sports experts. Match predictions favor teams like Brazil, Germany, and the USA to win their opening knockout games. Debates surround matchups such as Ivory Coast vs. Norway and Spain vs. Austria regarding likely outcomes.
- •16 knockout matches run from June 28 to July 3.
- •48 teams participate, marking the largest World Cup yet.
- •USA faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in the knockout round.
- •Predictions favor Brazil, Germany, and the USA in matchups.
- •Tight contests expected in games like Portugal vs. Croatia.
- 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — Round of 32 predictions: Experts pick who will advance in World Cup bracket
"Which teams will win and advance of the World Cup's round of 16?
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