As of June 26, 2026, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is in its group stage. The Round of 16 matchups are not yet fully determined, as group play continues. However, based on current standings and confirmed results, four matchups have been identified: Brazil vs. an opponent from Group E, Japan vs. a Group F team, Morocco vs. a Group H team, and Netherlands vs. a Group G team. The United States is also in contention, pending final group matches.
Brazil, a five-time champion, secured their spot with a 2-0 win over Switzerland on June 22. Japan advanced after a 1-0 victory against Senegal on June 24. Morocco, who reached the semifinals in 2022, qualified with a 2-1 win over Croatia on June 25. The Netherlands, runners-up in 2010, progressed after a 3-1 victory against Ecuador on June 23.
The exact opponents for these teams will be determined after the final group stage matches, scheduled for June 27-28. The Round of 16 will begin on June 29, with matches held across various venues in the host countries.
