Who is in World Cup round of 16? Updated bracket, schedule and results

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 is already taking shape, with seven teams having secured their spots. The early knockout matches have highlighted just how unpredictable these do-or-die games can be, showing that no team holds a clear advantage once the elimination rounds begin.Canada made history as the first nation to claim a spot in the round of 16, recording its inaugural knockout stage victory by defeating South Africa 1-0 in extra time.The round of 32 action continued with Brazil narrowly surviving a tense encounter against Japan. Japan took an early lead in the knockout round match with Kaishu Sano opening the scoring in the first half. However, Casemiro leveled the game early in the second half, and Gabriel Martinelli ultimately secured a 2-1 victory for Brazil in Houston.The first major upset of the round of 32 came when Germany crashed out of the World Cup, falling to Paraguay on penalties after a tense 1-1 draw in Boston. In another dramatic twist, the Netherlands also exited the tournament, losing to Morocco on penalties following a 1-1 stalemate in Guadalupe, Mexico.Three more spots in the round of 16 were claimed Tuesday, including Mexico advancing with a win against Ecuador.The round of 16 spots are being claimed in dramatic fashion. Here's a look at who's advanced so far:Teams that have booked their place in the round of 16:CanadaBrazilParaguayMoroccoNorwayFranceMexicoWorld Cup round of 16 scheduleAll times Eastern and fixtures according to fifa.com:Saturday, July 4:Canada vs. Morocco, 1 p.m. at NRG Stadium in HoustonParaguay vs. France, 5 p.m. at Lincoln Financial Field in PhiladelphiaSunday, July 5:Brazil vs. Norway, 4 p.m. at Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford, New JerseyMexico vs. Winner of England/DR Congo, 8 p.m. at Estadio Banorte in Mexico CityMonday, July 6:Winner of Portugal/Croatia vs. Winner of Spain/Austria, 3 p.m. at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TexasWinner of United States/Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Winner of Belgium/Senegal, 8 p.m. at Lumen Field in SeattleTuesday, July 7:Winner of Argentina/Cape Verde vs. Winner of Australia/Egypt, noon, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in AtlantaWinner of Switzerland/Algeria vs. Winner of Colombia/Ghana, 4 p.m. at BC Place in Vancouver, CanadaThursday, July 9:Winner match 89 vs. Winner match 90, 4 p.m. at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MassachusettsFriday, July 10:Winner match 93 vs. Winner match 94, 3 p.m. at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CaliforniaWhen does the round of 16 begin?The round of 16 starts on Saturday, July 4, with two matches. The first game will have Paraguay facing France. The second game will feature Canada against Morocco.Round of 32 matchupsBelow is a look at the round of 32 schedule for the 2026 World Cup:June 28Canada 1, South Africa 0June 29Brazil 2, Japan 1Germany 1, Paraguay 1 – Paraguay wins 4-3 on penaltiesNetherlands 1, Morocco 1 – Morocco wins 3-2 on penaltiesJune 30Norway 2, Ivory Coast 1France 3, Sweden 0Mexico 2, Ecuador 0July 1England vs. Congo DR, Noon ET | FOX, TelemundoBelgium vs. Senegal, 4 p.m. ET | FS1, TelemundoUnited States vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, 8 p.m. ET | FOX, TelemundoJuly 2Spain vs. Austria, 3 p.m. ET | FOX, TelemundoPortugal vs. Croatia, 7 p.m. ET | FOX, TelemundoSwitzerland vs. Algeria, 11 p.m. ET | FS1, TelemundoJuly 3Australia vs. Egypt, 2 p.m. ET | FOX, TelemundoArgentina vs. Cape Verde, 6 p.m. ET | FOX, TelemundoColombia vs. Ghana, 9:30 p.m. | Fox, Telemundo