The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 matches are underway, with 32 teams advancing from the group stage to the knockout phase. The tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, features an expanded format with 48 teams initially, but the round of 16 includes 32 teams after a preliminary knockout round.
As of June 30, 2026, the round of 16 schedule is set, with matches taking place across various venues in North America. Key matchups include Brazil vs. South Korea, Argentina vs. Denmark, and France vs. Senegal, among others. The exact schedule and results are being updated live on official FIFA channels.
The round of 16 marks the start of single-elimination play, where each match determines who advances to the quarterfinals. Fans can follow live updates and analysis from major sports networks.