World Cup Round of 16 Schedule Set After Colombia’s Victory
All matchups for the knockout stage are now confirmed, with games kicking off as early as July 4.


The final match of the Round of 16 has been decided, with Colombia’s victory over Ghana confirming the complete bracket for the knockout stage of the World Cup. The highly anticipated matchups are set to begin on Saturday, July 4.
The confirmed schedule outlines a series of compelling games that will determine the path to the World Cup final. Fans can now plan their viewing as the tournament enters its decisive phase.
Round of 16 Schedule
Saturday, July 4
7 p.m.: Canada vs. Morocco (Houston)
11 p.m.: Paraguay vs. France (Philadelphia)
Sunday, July 5
10 p.m.: Brazil vs. Norway (New York)
Monday, July 6
2 a.m.: Mexico vs. England (Mexico City)
9 p.m.: Portugal vs. Spain (Arlington)
Tuesday, July 7
2 a.m.: United States vs. Belgium (Seattle)
6 p.m.: Argentina vs. Egypt (Atlanta)
10 p.m.: Switzerland vs. Colombia (Vancouver)
The schedule features a mix of traditional powerhouses and emerging teams, promising exciting and unpredictable contests. The opening match on July 4 will see Canada face Morocco in Houston, followed by a highly anticipated clash between Paraguay and France in Philadelphia.
As the tournament progresses, footballing giants like Brazil and Argentina will enter the fray. Brazil is set to play Norway in New York on July 5, while Argentina will take on Egypt in Atlanta on July 7.
The Round of 16 also includes a marquee matchup between Mexico and England, scheduled for early July 6 in Mexico City. Later that day, Portugal will go head-to-head with Spain in Arlington.
The United States will begin their knockout stage campaign against Belgium in Seattle on July 7, with the final fixture of the round pitting Switzerland against Colombia in Vancouver.
The announcement of the full Round of 16 schedule allows fans to follow their favorite teams and anticipate the intense competition ahead as the road to the World Cup final solidifies.
Key facts
| Matchup | Date | Time (ET) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada vs. Morocco | July 4 | 7:00 PM | Houston |
| Paraguay vs. France | July 4 | 11:00 PM | Philadelphia |
| Brazil vs. Norway | July 5 | 10:00 PM | New York |
| Mexico vs. England | July 6 | 2:00 AM | Mexico City |
| Portugal vs. Spain | July 6 | 9:00 PM | Arlington |
| United States vs. Belgium | July 7 | 2:00 AM | Seattle |
| Argentina vs. Egypt | July 7 | 6:00 PM | Atlanta |
| Switzerland vs. Colombia | July 7 | 10:00 PM | Vancouver |
The confirmation of the Round of 16 schedule provides clarity for supporters and media outlets alike, enabling detailed previews and analysis of upcoming matches. The diverse geographical spread of the game locations across North America adds another layer to the logistical planning for teams and fans.
Source: Yahoo Sports – https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/world-cup-full-last-16-062100208.html
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Yahoo Sports Original publication: 2026-07-04T06:21:00+00:00
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