World Cup 2026 Round of 16: Full Bracket, Confirmed Matchups & Schedule
The World Cup 2026 Round of 16 bracket is taking shape after a Round of 32 full of upsets. Germany eliminated, Morocco through, Paraguay through. Here are all confirmed R16 matchups and dates.
The Round of 32 is nearly complete. The upsets have been seismic. The Round of 16 bracket is taking shape — and it is delivering matchups that nobody could have predicted.
Germany are out. Eliminated by Paraguay on penalties. Jonathan Tah's goal ruled out by VAR in extra time. One of the tournament's biggest shocks.
Morocco beat the Netherlands. Issa Diop equalised in the 90th minute. Bounou saved the decisive penalty in the shootout. The Atlas Lions march on.
Belgium beat Senegal 3-2 after extra time. Tielemans' controversial 117th-minute penalty completing a comeback from 2-0 down with three minutes left. Madness.
This is World Cup 2026.
Confirmed Round of 16 Matchups
July 4
Canada vs Morocco NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
The Canada-Morocco Round of 16 is the tie that encapsulates this entire tournament. Canada made history — beating South Africa 1-0 with Eustáquio's 92nd-minute volley, their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory. Morocco eliminated the Netherlands on penalties, continuing the Atlas Lions' extraordinary run as a perennial giant-killer.
Both teams earned this. Both want more. A legitimate clash between two of the most surprising R16 qualifiers.
Prediction: Morocco 1-0 (or Morocco in extra time) — Regragui's tactical structure will be tested by Canada's direct play, but the Atlas Lions' defensive quality should see them through.
Paraguay vs France Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The shock of the tournament — Paraguay eliminated Germany on penalties. Now they face France, who destroyed Sweden 3-0 with Mbappé scoring twice and Olise running the show with five tournament assists.
France are the heavy favourites. But nobody said that about Germany vs Paraguay.
Prediction: France 2-0 — The quality gap is significant. Mbappé alone is too much for Paraguay.
July 5
Brazil vs Norway MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Haaland vs Brazil. The most anticipated matchup of the Round of 16.
Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1, with Martinelli's last-minute screamer saving them. They were not convincing — Japan made them uncomfortable throughout.
Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1, with Haaland's 86th-minute winner capping a comeback after Amad Diallo had equalised. Haaland now has 60 international goals in 53 matches.
Brazil have quality throughout. Norway have Haaland. This should be extraordinary.
Prediction: Brazil 2-1 (Haaland scores but Brazil win on quality depth)
Mexico vs England Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
The fixture of a lifetime, in one of football's greatest stadiums.
Mexico ended their 40-year knockout curse by beating Ecuador 2-0 at Azteca. Quiñones and Jiménez scored in the first half in front of 87,000 delirious fans. The quinto partido is dead.
England beat DR Congo 2-1, but looked uncomfortable for most of the match before Harry Kane's 75th- and 86th-minute brace rescued them. England are through — but they were not convincing.
Azteca. 87,000 Mexicans. Kane vs Mexico's defence. History waiting to happen.
Prediction: Mexico 1-0 or Mexico wins on penalties — Azteca is worth a goal. England away from home, against this crowd, this pressure, will struggle.
Round of 32 Results Summary
| Match | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canada 1-0 South Africa | Canada through | Eustáquio 92' — historic first knockout win |
| Brazil 2-1 Japan | Brazil through | Martinelli 90'+5 — dramatic late winner |
| Netherlands 1-1 Morocco | Morocco through (3-2 pens) | Diop 90'+1 equaliser — biggest upset so far |
| Norway 2-1 Ivory Coast | Norway through | Haaland 86' — record 60th international goal |
| France 3-0 Sweden | France through | Mbappé brace — breaks World Cup knockout record |
| Mexico 2-0 Ecuador | Mexico through | Ends 40-year knockout curse |
| Germany 1-1 Paraguay | Paraguay through (4-3 pens) | Tah header disallowed by VAR — Germany OUT |
| England 2-1 DR Congo | England through | Harry Kane brace 75', 86' |
| Belgium 3-2 Senegal (AET) | Belgium through | 2-0 down in 86' — Tielemans controversial pen |
| USA vs Bosnia | TBC | July 1 match |
| Spain vs Austria | TBC | July 2 match |
| Portugal vs Croatia | TBC | July 2 match |
| Switzerland vs Algeria | TBC | July 2 match |
| Australia vs Egypt | TBC | July 3 match |
| Argentina vs Cabo Verde | TBC | July 3 match |
| More matches | TBC | — |
The Quarter-Final Picture
After the Round of 16, the confirmed winners go into a quarter-final bracket that could produce:
- Morocco or Canada vs Paraguay or France
- Brazil or Norway vs Mexico or England
A potential Morocco-France quarter-final. A potential Brazil-England clash. A potential Mexico-Norway tie.
This World Cup is delivering. Every bracket position earned. No easy matches from here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the World Cup 2026 Round of 16?
The World Cup 2026 Round of 16 runs from July 4 to July 7, 2026, with matches in Philadelphia, Houston, and other host cities.
Who plays in the World Cup 2026 Round of 16?
Confirmed Round of 16 matchups include Canada vs Morocco (July 4), Paraguay vs France (July 4), Brazil vs Norway (July 5), and Mexico vs England at Azteca (July 5). More to be confirmed after July 2 Round of 32 matches.
Is Germany out of World Cup 2026?
Yes. Germany were eliminated by Paraguay in the Round of 32. Paraguay won 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Jonathan Tah's extra-time header controversially ruled out by VAR.
Did Morocco qualify for the Round of 16?
Yes. Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Issa Diop scored an equaliser in the 90th minute, then Bounou saved the decisive penalty. Morocco face Canada in the Round of 16.
Who are the favourites to win World Cup 2026 after the Round of 32?
France, Brazil, Morocco, and Spain (pending their R32 result) are considered the strongest teams heading into the Round of 16. Paraguay's elimination of Germany is the biggest upset and adds uncertainty.
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