World Cup 2026 update on round of 16 participants and upcoming matches

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is progressing into the round of 16, with several national teams having already secured their advancement. Notably, Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 on July 1 to reach the knockout stages for the first time since 1986, ending a long-standing streak of elimination in this round. Other teams advancing to the round of 16 include Canada, Morocco, Paraguay, France, Brazil, Norway, Belgium, and the USA. Belgium set up a match against the USA following a 3-2 victory over Senegal, while the USA defeated Bosnia 2-0. Germany was eliminated in the round of 32 by Paraguay in a penalty shootout, marking a historic defeat for the Germans. Upcoming matches in the round of 32 feature Spain versus Austria, Portugal against Croatia, and Switzerland against Algeria. Specific round of 16 pairings confirmed so far include Canada versus Morocco, Brazil against Norway, and Paraguay versus France, with Mexico awaiting the winner of the England and DR Congo match.