Round of 16
Winner Match 79 vs Winner Match 80
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What is the Round of 16?
The Round of 16 is the second knockout round of the 2026 World Cup, with the 16 teams that won in the Round of 32.
It is single elimination, which simply means the loser of each match is out of the tournament.
It has 8 matches, played from July 4 to 7, 2026.
Every team here got in by winning their Round of 32 match.
If the score is level after 90 minutes, the teams play 30 extra minutes, then a penalty shootout if it is still tied.
The 8 winners go through to the quarter-finals.
- Date
- Sunday, July 5
- Kickoff Time
- 18:00 (Mexico City time)
- Stage
- Round of 16
- Stadium
- Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Common questions
When is the Round of 16 played?
The 8 matches are played from July 4 to 7, 2026.
How do teams reach the Round of 16?
Each team won its Round of 32 match. The 16 winners make up this round.
What happens after the Round of 16?
The 8 winners advance to the quarter-finals. The 8 losers are knocked out and go home.