The latest twist involves one of the co-host nations having to travel out of their home nation to play a knockout game.

The World Cup is really shifting into gear now, and the final group stage matches have already produced some dramatic moments.

The World Cup knockout rounds begin Sunday with Canada facing South Africa in Inglewood, California.

The anxieties before the World Cup were many. But with the knockout round set to begin Sunday, it's fair to say: The North American World Cup has been a thrill.

The latest twist involves one of the co-host nations having to travel out of their home nation to play a knockout game.

We have finally reached the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup - here is Al Jazeera's guide to the best matchups.