The race for World Cup glory has intensified as 21 countries have officially secured qualification for the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
With the group stage entering its final phase, several football powerhouses and surprise packages have booked their places in the knockout rounds, while other nations continue to battle for the remaining spots. The expanded 48-team tournament allows the top two teams from each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, to advance to the knockout stage.
Among the teams already through are Argentina, France, Belgium, Mexico, Switzerland, Canada, Brazil, Morocco, Germany, Netherlands, Japan, Spain, Egypt, Norway, Ivory Coast, Australia, the United States, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, South Africa, and others.
The knockout bracket is beginning to take shape, with several exciting fixtures expected as teams prepare for the Round of 32, which begins on June 28. Football fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating high-stakes encounters as the competition moves into its decisive phase.
Meanwhile, some notable nations have already seen their World Cup dreams come to an end, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the tournament.
The remaining group matches will determine the final qualifiers and complete the knockout-stage lineup.
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