As the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to captivate audiences worldwide, the round of 32 is expected to conclude by Friday, July 3, paving the way for the round of 16 to commence on Saturday, July 4.
With teams securing their spots in the next round, the round of 16 matchups are becoming clearer. Canada made history by becoming the first team to advance to the round of 16 with a dramatic win over South Africa, marking their first-ever knockout stage victory.
Saturday, July 4 Matchups
The Netherlands/Morocco vs. Canada match is set to take place at Houston Stadium, with the game scheduled to start at 1 p.m. ET and broadcast on FOX and FOX One.
France/Sweden vs. Germany/Paraguay
This matchup will be held at Philadelphia Stadium, kicking off at 5 p.m. ET, and will be broadcast on FOX and FOX One.
Sunday, July 5 Matchups
Brazil vs. Ivory Coast/Norway
Brazil secured their spot in the round of 16 with a thrilling comeback win over Japan, courtesy of Gabriel Martinelli's game-winning goal in stoppage time. This victory marked Brazil's 11th consecutive World Cup appearance in the round of 16, with their next match scheduled for New York/New Jersey Stadium at 4 p.m. ET on FOX and FOX One.
Mexico/Ecuador vs. England/DR Congo
This highly anticipated matchup will take place at Mexico City Stadium, with a start time of 8 p.m. ET, and will be broadcast on FOX and FOX One.
Monday, July 6 and Beyond
The round of 16 will continue with Portugal/Croatia vs. Spain/Austria at Dallas Stadium, USA/Bosnia & Herzegovina vs. Belgium/Senegal at Seattle Stadium, Argentina/Cape Verde vs. Australia/Egypt at Atlanta Stadium, and Switzerland/Algeria vs. Colombia/Ghana at Vancouver Stadium, with each match broadcast on FOX and FOX One.
