Full List: World Cup Round Of 32 Confirmed After Dramatic Group-Stage Finale

The lineup for the inaugural 32-team knockout phase at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been finalized following a dramatic conclusion to the group stage, with the final round of matches producing late twists, heartbreak, and jubilation across several venues.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Reports indicate that one of the tournament’s most unforgettable moments came in the closing stages of Algeria’s decisive encounter with Austria. Algeria appeared to have secured a crucial victory when Riyad Mahrez found the net in the 94th minute, a goal that would have sent Austria crashing out of the competition.

However, Austria produced a remarkable late response as substitute Saša Kalajdžić struck with virtually his first involvement, scoring with the final kick of the game to rescue a dramatic draw and book his side’s place in the Round of 32.

Mexico became the first nation to secure qualification for the knockout stage after edging South Korea 1-0 in their second group fixture. El Tri then completed an impressive group-stage campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Czechia, finishing atop Group A with a maximum nine points.

Co-hosts the United States and Canada also progressed to the next round. Canada advanced as Group B runners-up despite suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat to Switzerland in their final group match. Meanwhile, the United States maintained top spot in their group despite falling 3-2 to Türkiye in a thrilling contest.

Attention now shifts to the knockout phase, which promises several blockbuster encounters. Germany will face Paraguay, while France take on Sweden in one of the standout ties. South Africa are set to battle Canada, with the Netherlands facing Morocco in another intriguing fixture.

Elsewhere, Portugal will lock horns with Croatia, Spain will meet Austria, and the United States will square off against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Belgium have been drawn against Senegal, Brazil will face Japan, while Ivory Coast take on Norway.

Mexico will continue their campaign against Ecuador, England are set to face DR Congo, Argentina will meet Cape Verde, Australia will battle Egypt, Switzerland will take on Algeria, and Colombia will face Ghana as the race for World Cup glory enters the knockout stage.

Round of 32 Fixtures:

• Germany vs Paraguay
• France vs Sweden
• South Africa vs Canada
• Netherlands vs Morocco
• Portugal vs Croatia
• Spain vs Austria
• United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Belgium vs Senegal
• Brazil vs Japan
• Ivory Coast vs Norway
• Mexico vs Ecuador
• England vs DR Congo
• Argentina vs Cape Verde
• Australia vs Egypt
• Switzerland vs Algeria
• Colombia vs Ghana