World Cup round of 32 underway as teams aim for knockout stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 10:08 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
As the World Cup round of 32 progresses, 22 teams remain in contention for the last 16, following several matches on July 1. Three host countries, Canada, Mexico, and the United States, secured their places in the next round., Canada achieved its first knockout win by defeating South Africa, while the United States triumphed 2-0 over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Key matches set for July 2 include defending champions Argentina facing Cape Verde and Colombia against Ghana. The tournament features a record 48 teams this year, contributing to an additional knockout round.
- •Canada, Mexico, and the United States advance to round of 16
- •United States wins 2-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina
- •Argentina and Colombia to play their first knockout matches
- •This year's tournament includes 48 teams, expanding the format
- •Round of 32 matches continue on July 2.
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"The World Cup round of 32 is well underway, as teams continue to book their places in the last 16. France, Algeria, Belgium, Morocco and the United States
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