The Road to the Knockout Stage
Following a high-stakes Round of 32, the field for the World Cup knockout stage has officially been narrowed down to 16 teams. The final spot was secured on Friday evening when Colombia emerged victorious over Ghana.
The remaining lineup features a mix of global powerhouses and resilient underdogs. Notably, all three host countries—the United States, Canada, and Mexico—have successfully advanced in this expanded tournament format, which originally featured 48 squads. They will face stiff competition from traditional football giants such as Brazil, Argentina, Spain, England, Portugal, and France.
Interactive Tournament Bracket
Fans looking to engage with the excitement of the knockout phase can utilize a printable bracket to track results and challenge friends. By accessing the visual guide, supporters can map out their own predictions for the remainder of the competition.
Full Round of 16 Schedule
Below is the complete list of matchups, including dates, venues, and kickoff times:
- Saturday, July 4
- Canada vs. Morocco: 1 p.m. ET (Houston)
- Paraguay vs. France: 5 p.m. ET (Philadelphia)
- Sunday, July 5
- Brazil vs. Norway: 4 p.m. ET (New York)
- Mexico vs. England: 8 p.m. ET
- Monday, July 6
- Spain vs. Portugal: 3 p.m. ET (Dallas)
- Belgium vs. USA: 8 p.m. ET (Seattle)
- Tuesday, July 7
- Egypt vs. Argentina: 12 p.m. ET (Atlanta)
- Switzerland vs. Colombia: 4 p.m. ET (Vancouver)