New Delhi: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to its business end, with all 16 teams confirmed for the Round of 16 following a dramatic Round of 32 that saw heavyweights like Germany and the Netherlands crash out. Defending champions Argentina survived a scare against Cape Verde, while Colombia clinched the final spot with a narrow win over Ghana.
Which teams have qualified for the FIFA World Cup Round of 16?
The 16 teams that have booked their places in boxing are:
- Canada
- Morocco
- Paraguay
- France
- Brazil
- Norway
- Mexico
- England
- Portugal
- Spain
- United States
- Belgium
- Switzerland
- Colombia
- Argentina
- Egypt
FIFA World Cup 16 changes around
The Round of 16 features a number of games, including England taking on Mexico and the hosts of the Iberian competition between Portugal and Spain.
Complete Schedule 16 (Date and Time in IST)
Scheduled Date (IST)
- Canada vs Morocco July 4 10:30 PM
- Paraguay vs France July 5 2:30 AM
Brazil vs Norway July 6 1:30 AMMexico vs England July 6 5:30 AMPortugal vs Spain July 7 12:30 AM- USA vs Belgium July 7 5:30 AM
Argentina vs Egypt July 7 9:30 PM- Switzerland vs Colombia July 8 1:30 AM
A great achievement to watch
- Mexico vs England: Co-hosts Mexico face Harry Kane’s England in one of the most anticipated matches of the round of 16.
- Portugal vs Spain: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal will face Spain in the heavy-hitting Iberia competition in the quarterfinals.
- Brazil vs Norway: Brazil’s attacking players will face challenges for Norway led by Erling Haaland.
- Argentina vs Egypt: Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina begin their title defense against a strong Egyptian side.
How the FIFA World Cup knockout stage works
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has an expanded format of 48 teams. After the group stage, 32 teams entered the first round, and the winners advanced to the round of 16. From this stage onwards, the tournament follows a straight knockout format – Round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals and final. If the match is level after 90 minutes, it goes to extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout to determine the winner.
