The knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is beginning to take shape with the group stage nearing its conclusion and some Round of 32 fixtures now confirmed.
- +2026 World Cup: Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures, dates, venues
- +Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures
Football heavyweights Brazil, Germany, France and Argentina have secured their places in the knockout rounds, while co-hosts the United States and Mexico will also continue their campaigns in front of home supporters.
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Football heavyweights Brazil, Germany, France and Argentina have secured their places in the knockout rounds, while co-hosts the United States and Mexico will also continue their campaigns in front of home supporters.
However, several ties are yet to be finalised, with several third-placed qualifiers and some group winners and runners-up still to be determined.
Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures
After the Round of 32, the tournament will progress to the Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, the third-place play-off and the final, scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.
