The lineup for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been confirmed after an action-packed Round of 32 produced several thrilling encounters and surprise results.
Defending champions Argentina advanced after edging Cape Verde 3-2 following extra time and will now face Egypt, who stunned Australia in a penalty shootout.
One of the biggest fixtures of the next round will see Portugal lock horns with neighbours Spain in a highly anticipated showdown between two European heavyweights.
Canada and Morocco will battle for a place in the quarter-finals after both sides came through hard-fought Round of 32 contests, while France are set to face Paraguay, who knocked out Germany on penalties.
Switzerland’s reward for defeating Algeria is a meeting with Colombia, who secured a narrow victory over Ghana to reach the last 16.
England also progressed after overcoming DR Congo and will now take on Mexico, while five-time champions Brazil face Norway in another blockbuster encounter.
The final Round of 16 fixture pits the United States against Belgium, with both teams aiming to continue their World Cup journey.
The eight Round of 16 matches are:
– Argentina vs Egypt
– Portugal vs Spain
– Canada vs Morocco
– France vs Paraguay
– Switzerland vs Colombia
– England vs Mexico
– Brazil vs Norway
– USA vs Belgium
