FIFA World Cup 2026: List of All Matches Confirmed for Round of 32

The Round of 32 fixtures will begin on June 29.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, football’s most prestigious competition, is currently approaching its most crucial point, with the tournament set to begin with its knockout fixtures after a rigorous group stage campaign.

It will be the first edition of the competition to feature 48 nations, instead of the traditional 32. This has led to massive structural changes, with the biggest change being the introduction of the newly expanded Round of 32, adding an extra stage. With that, the new eventual champions will have to play eight matches instead of the previous seven.

Spanning across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, the final matchday of the group stage has promised to deliver some of the most unforgettable moments that will be cherished for a long time.

In the newly created round, the top two teams from all 12 groups will advance automatically, while they will be joined by the eight best third-placed teams, who are selected based on various qualification metrics.

This has set the stage for a heavily anticipated 16 fixtures, competed by perennial heavyweights and debutants.

Also Read: List of all nations qualified for Round of 32 of FIFA World Cup 2026

On that note, here is a comprehensive list of all confirmed matches for the historic 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32.

Confirmed Round of 32 fixtures

1. South Africa vs Canada

The first confirmed fixture of the Round of 32 will see 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa, who confirmed their spot as Group A runners-up after a dramatic final matchday victory, take on Group B runners-up and tournament co-hosts Canada at the Los Angeles Stadium in California, USA.

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