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FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Fixtures: Full Schedule, Dates, Kick-Off Times And Format Explained
Brazil vs Japan, Netherlands vs Morocco, Argentina vs Cabo Verde, Portugal vs Croatia and Belgium vs Senegal will be some of the big matches in the first knockout round.
- Sunday June 28, 2026
- Edited by: Hemarghya Bal, Author: Dustin Yarde
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Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia Highlights: Blue Sharks Script History, Reach Round Of 32 At FIFA World Cup 2026
The World Cup debutants advanced to the knockout stage after a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia and Spain's 1-0 win over Uruguay in the other Group H fixture.
- Saturday June 27, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Spain vs Uruguay Highlights: Alex Baena Goal Sends Spain Top, Knocks Uruguay Out At FIFA World Cup 2026
Spain beat Uruguay 1-0 to finish atop Group H, while Cape Verde's draw against Saudi Arabia condemned the South American giants to a second straight FIFA World Cup group-stage exit.
- Saturday June 27, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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France vs Norway Highlights: Ousmane Dembele's Hat-Trick Helps Les Bleus Finish Top Of Group I At FIFA World Cup 2026
France completed a perfect group-stage campaign with a 4-1 win over Norway, while Senegal kept their knockout hopes alive with a 5-0 victory over Iraq.
- Saturday June 27, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Ousmane Dembele Sets French Record With Hat-Trick Against Norway
The reigning Men's Ballon d'Or winner scored three times inside the opening 32 minutes against Norway, setting a new French record for fastest World Cup hat-trick.
- Saturday June 27, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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FIFA Allows Pride Flags At Egypt vs Iran World Cup Match: Why Decision Sparked Controversy
FIFA has confirmed rainbow flags will be permitted at the FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between Egypt and Iran, despite both countries criminalising homosexuality.
- Friday June 26, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Group F Highlights: Netherlands Top Group As Japan, Sweden Reach World Cup 2026 Round Of 32
The Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1 to finish first in Group F, while Japan and Sweden played out a 1-1 draw to secure their places in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage.
- Friday June 26, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Germany Vs Ecuador Highlights: La Tri Stun Group Winners To Keep FIFA World Cup Hopes Alive
Ecuador boosted their hopes of qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams, while Ivory Coast beat Curaao 2-0 to seal second place behind Germany in Group E.
- Friday June 26, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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FIFA World Cup 2026: How Are The Best Third-Placed Teams Decided? Every Tiebreaker Rule Explained
The expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 will see the top two teams from each of the 12 groups, along with the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the Round of 32. Here's exactly how FIFA ranks those third-placed sides if teams finish level.
- Friday June 26, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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USMNT's FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad Reflects America's Immigrant Story Amid Polarised Political Landscape
Despite the polarised political debate surrounding immigration in the United States, 12 of the 26 players selected by Mauricio Pochettino have immigrant, dual-national or first-generation backgrounds.
- Thursday June 25, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Morocco vs Haiti Highlights: Atlas Lions Complete Comeback In Six-Goal Thriller To Reach Round Of 32
Morocco twice came from behind to beat Haiti 4-2 and finish second in Group C to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, while Haiti exited the tournament at the bottom of the standings after a spirited display.
- Thursday June 25, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Brazil vs Scotland Highlights: Neymar Returns As Vinicius Brace Seals Group C Top Spot For Selecao
Neymar returned to the field for Brazil for the first time since 2023, as Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 to finish top of Group C and qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, while Scotland's knockout hopes now rest on the best third-placed rankings.
- Thursday June 25, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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FIFA World Cup Group B Results: Switzerland Win Group, Canada Reach Knockouts, Bosnia Remain In Hunt
Switzerland secured top spot in Group B with a 2-1 victory over Canada, while Bosnia and Herzegovina kept their FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes alive with a 3-1 win over Qatar on the final matchday.
- Thursday June 25, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Why Wasn't Jude Bellingham Sent Off? Fans On Social Media Left Confused By FIFA's New Rule Implementation
England midfielder Jude Bellingham was seen covering his mouth during a conversation with Ghana's Jordan Ayew during the teams' FIFA World Cup 2026 Group-stage clash, sparking confusion over why he escaped punishment under FIFA's new mouth-covering rule.
- Thursday June 25, 2026
- Author: Dustin Yarde
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Brazil vs Scotland Live Streaming: Likely Lineups, Team News; How To Watch FIFA World Cup Match?
The Scotland national football team vs Brazil national football team match will get underway at 3:30 a.m. IST on Thursday and can be watched on the Unite8 Sports television channels, and ZEE5 app and website.
- Wednesday June 24, 2026
- Edited by: Hemarghya Bal, Author: Dustin Yarde