2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 Full schedule, dates, kick-off times, venues.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up, and the knockout stage is almost here. The Round of 32 begins on Sunday, June 28, 2026, as 32 teams battle to advance to the Round of 16.

The tournament will crown its champion on July 19 after 104 total matches.With higher stakes, potential upsets, and superstar clashes, the Round of 32 promises intense soccer action across North America.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Qualified Teams

As of June 27, 2026, the following nations have officially secured their place in the knockout stage:

Argentina
Australia
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
Canada
Cabo Verde
Colombia
Côte d'Ivoire
Ecuador
Egypt
England
France
Germany
Ghana
Japan
Mexico
Morocco
Netherlands
Norway
Paraguay
Portugal
Senegal
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United States (USA)

Several third-placed teams are still competing for the final qualification spots under FIFA's expanded tournament format.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Confirmed Matchups

The following knockout fixtures have already been confirmed:

Germany vs Paraguay
France vs Sweden
Canada vs South Africa
Netherlands vs Morocco
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil vs Japan
Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway
Argentina vs Cabo Verde
Australia vs Egypt

Additional Round of 32 matches will be finalized once all third-placed qualifiers are confirmed.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Full Schedule

Sunday, June 28, 2026

South Africa vs Canada

Kick-off: 12:00 Local / 19:00 GMT
Venue: Los Angeles Stadium, USA

Monday, June 29, 2026

Brazil vs Japan

12:00 Local / 17:00 GMT
Houston Stadium, USA

Germany vs Paraguay

16:30 Local / 20:30 GMT
Boston Stadium, USA

Netherlands vs Morocco

19:00 Local / 01:00 GMT (+1)
Estadio Monterrey, Mexico

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway

12:00 Local / 17:00 GMT
Dallas Stadium, USA

France vs Sweden

17:00 Local / 21:00 GMT
New York/New Jersey Stadium, USA

Mexico vs Best Third-Placed Team (3CEFHI)

19:00 Local / 02:00 GMT (+1)
Mexico City Stadium, Mexico

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

1L vs 3EHIJK

12:00 Local / 16:00 GMT
Atlanta Stadium, USA

Belgium vs 3AEHIJ

13:00 Local / 20:00 GMT
Seattle Stadium, USA

USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

17:00 Local / 00:00 GMT (+1)
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, USA

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Spain vs Runner-up Group J

12:00 Local / 19:00 GMT
Los Angeles Stadium, USA

Runner-up Group K vs Runner-up Group L

19:00 Local / 23:00 GMT
Toronto Stadium, Canada

Switzerland vs Best Third-Placed Team (3EFGIJ)

20:00 Local / 03:00 GMT (+1)
BC Place, Vancouver, Canada

Friday, July 3, 2026

Australia vs Egypt

13:00 Local / 18:00 GMT
Dallas Stadium, USA

Argentina vs Cabo Verde

18:00 Local / 22:00 GMT
Miami Stadium, USA

Group K Winner vs Best Third-Placed Team (3DEIJL)

20:30 Local / 01:30 GMT (+1)
Kansas City Stadium, USA

FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Bracket

The knockout bracket is now taking shape, with each Round of 32 winner advancing to the Round of 16, followed by the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and ultimately the FIFA World Cup Final on July 19, 2026, at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.

Traditional powerhouses including Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Spain, England, and Portugal remain among the favorites, while surprise qualifiers such as Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cabo Verde, South Africa, and Norway will be aiming to make history.