2026 FIFA World Cup: Which Teams Have Qualified for Round of 16? Updated Bracket & Canada’s Historic Run

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the knockout stage, and Canada has become the first team to officially qualify for the Round of 16.After defeating South Africa 1–0 in extra time during the Round of 32, the co-hosts made history by reaching the knockout stage’s second round for the first time ever.

Which teams are in the World Cup round of 16?

(as of June 28, 2026)

just Canada Has Qualified.

World Cup 2026: Confirmed Round of 16 Matchups:

Canada vs. Winner of (Netherlands vs Morocco)

Winner of (Brazil vs Japan) vs. Winner of (Germany vs Paraguay)

Winner of (Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway) vs. Winner of (France vs Sweden)

Winner of (Mexico vs Ecuador) vs. Winner of (England vs Congo DR)

Winner of (Belgium vs Senegal) vs. Winner of (USA vs Bosnia & Herzegovina)

Winner of (Spain vs Austria) vs. Winner of (Portugal vs Croatia)

Winner of (Switzerland vs Algeria) vs. Winner of (Australia vs Egypt)

Winner of (Argentina vs Cabo Verde) vs. Winner of (Colombia vs Ghana)

The Round of 32 is a brand-new single-elimination phase introduced in the expanded 48-team format. Only the winners of these 16 matches will advance to the Round of 16.

Canada’s Road to the Round of 16

Canada’s 1–0 extra-time victory over South Africa at SoFi Stadium was sealed by Stephen Eustáquio’s stunning long-range volley in the 92nd minute. Key contributor Alphonso Davies made his tournament debut as a substitute, boosting the team’s attack.This result follows Canada’s impressive group stage performance and marks a major milestone for Canadian soccer on home soil.

What’s Next in the 2026 World Cup?

Canada’s Round of 16 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas (1:00 PM ET).

Remaining Round of 32 matches will decide the full Round of 16 bracket by July 3.

High-profile clashes involving powerhouses like Brazil, Germany, France, England, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and the USA are still to be resolved.

Fans can expect intense matches as the tournament heats up and more nations book their tickets to the Round of 16.

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