2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Fixtures Confirmed

The fixtures for the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been officially confirmed, following the conclusion of the group stage. Defending champions Argentina and Colombia secured their spots in the knockout stage, with Argentina overcoming Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time, where Lionel Messi scored his seventh goal of the tournament.

Colombia edged Ghana 1-0, thanks to an early strike from Jhon Aria. The knockout stage will commence on Saturday, July 4, with Canada facing Morocco, followed by Paraguay against France.

On Sunday, July 5, Brazil will compete against Norway and Mexico will take on England. The matches continue on Monday, July 6, with Portugal facing Spain and the United States against Belgium.

The final fixtures on Tuesday, July 7, will see Argentina defending their title against Egypt and Colombia battling Switzerland for a place in the quarter-finals.