Which teams are in World Cup last-32 knockouts, and what is the schedule?

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1. 8d ago

   World Cup Round of 32 Knockouts Schedule and Participants

   Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt are the remaining teams scheduled to compete in the World Cup Round of 32 knockout stage. These single-leg matches began on June 28 and concluded on July 3. While France participated in the tournament, player Michael Olise confirmed the team did not win the trophy. Specific matchups for the final day of this stage remain undisclosed.

   Why it matters

   The Round of 32 serves as the initial knockout phase of the tournament. Results from this stage determine which teams advance toward the championship. The tournament has now moved past the July 3 deadline for these matches.

   What to watch next

   • Official confirmation of the final Round of 32 match results
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2. 11d ago

   World Cup Round of 32 Schedule and Participants

   The World Cup Round of 32 knockout stage features single-leg matches that began on June 28 and end on July 3. Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt are scheduled to compete on the final day of this stage. France participated in the tournament but did not win the trophy, as noted by player Michael Olise. The specific matchups for the remaining teams have not been detailed in the current reports.

   Why it matters

   The knockout stage determines which nations advance toward the championship trophy. These single-elimination games create high stakes for the participating teams. The schedule concludes the initial knockout phase on July 3.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Michael Olise set an all-time World Cup tournament record during France's campaign.
   • France lost to Spain and England during the tournament.

   What to watch next

   • Results of the July 3 matches involving Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt.
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3. 11d ago

   World Cup Round of 32 Schedule and Participants

   The Round of 32 knockout stage features single-leg matches that began on June 28 and end on July 3. Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt are scheduled to compete on the final day of this phase. These matches determine which teams advance further in the tournament. France has since been eliminated from the competition, with player Michael Olise describing the exit as a huge disappointment after the team failed to win the trophy.

   Why it matters

   The Round of 32 is the first knockout phase of the tournament where a single loss results in elimination. This stage filters the field before the Round of 16. The schedule ensures a concentrated window of high-stakes matches.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Michael Olise set an all-time World Cup tournament record during the campaign.

   What to watch next

   • Results of the final matches on July 3
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   1. ca.sports.yahoo.com — Michael Olise 'proud' of setting World Cup record but France hero left emotional after 'huge disappointment' against Spain and England
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4. 17d ago

   World Cup Round of 32 Schedule Update

   The Round of 32 knockout stage consists of single-leg matches. Fixtures started on June 28 and conclude on July 3. Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt play on the final day.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Round of 32 knockout stage features 32 teams.
   • Matches in the Round of 32 are single-leg.
   • Fixtures began on June 28 and end on July 3.
   • Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt play on July 3.
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5. 42d ago

   World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Concludes July 3

   The Round of 32 knockout stage features 32 teams and consists of single-leg matches. Fixtures began on June 28 and end on July 3. Argentina, Cape Verde, Colombia, Ghana, Australia, and Egypt are among the teams playing on the final day.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Round of 32 knockout fixtures run from June 28 to July 3.
   • The tournament began with 48 teams and has been reduced to 32 for the knockout stage.
   • Knockout matches are single-leg contests.
   • The final matches of the Round of 32 include Argentina vs Cape Verde, Colombia vs Ghana, and Australia vs Egypt.
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