The round of 32, the first round of the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, took place from June 28 to July 3, 2026. It was the first time that a FIFA World Cup featured a single-elimination ro
During the match between France and Sweden.
During the match between Portugal and Croatia.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup was the 23rd FIFA World Cup, the quadrennial international men's soccer championship contested by the national teams of the member associations of FIFA. The tournament began on
2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32
…The round of 32, the first round of the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, took place from June 28 to July 3, 2026. It was the first time that a FIFA World Cup featured a single-elimination round with more than sixteen teams…
From left to right, FIFA president Gianni Infantino, U.S. president Donald Trump, Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum, and Canadian prime minister Mark Carney at the start of the draw.
Inside Estadio Azteca during the Mexican opening ceremony prior to the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The World Cup final halftime show at MetLife Stadium
Left to right: Young Player Award winner Pau Cubarsí, Golden Ball winner Rodri, and Golden Glove winner Unai Simón.