Which teams have qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts, round of 32?
Summary
The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage, starting with the round of 32, is now set and will run from June 28 to July 3. The tournament has expanded from 32 to 48 teams, and the top two teams from each group plus the eight best third-place teams advance to the knockouts. This World Cup uses new rules where head-to-head records are the main tie-breaker when teams have the same points.Key Facts
- The 2026 World Cup features 48 teams, expanded from the previous 32.
- The knockout phase begins with a round of 32, followed by round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, third-place playoff, and final.
- The group stage runs from June 11 to June 27; the final is on July 19.
- The top two teams in each of the 12 groups plus the eight best third-place teams advance to the knockout stage.
- For the first time, FIFA uses head-to-head records as the first tie-breaker when teams are level on points.
- Other tie-breakers include overall goal difference, goals scored, fair play (yellow/red cards), and FIFA World Rankings if needed.
- Mexico, USA, and Germany are among teams that have already qualified for the round of 32.
- The tournament trophy recently toured in New York before the event.
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