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Final day of group play at the World Cup sets the field for the round of 32

The first phase of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded. For the first time in tournament history, the knockout stage features 32 teams in 16 matchups. Matches begin on Sunday across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

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The tournament has transitioned from group play to the Round of 32 knockout stage.

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  1. World Cup Group Stage Ends as Round of 32 Field is Set

    The first phase of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded. For the first time in tournament history, the knockout stage features 32 teams in 16 matchups. Matches begin on Sunday across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

    What's confirmed:

    • The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage features 32 teams in 16 matchups.
    • The knockout stage begins on Sunday.
    • Canada finished second in Group B.
    • South Africa finished second in Group A.
    • The tournament is hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Ghana will face either Portugal or Colombia in a Kansas City Round of 32 match.
    • Mexico has broken a knockout drought lasting four decades.
    • The USA is looking to face Bosnia-Herzegovina.
    • Ecuador's performance may have impacted Germany's ranking.
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