The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout phase is underway, with 32 teams battling it out to reach the final. As of June 25, 2026, here's a breakdown of the teams that have qualified for the Round of 32 and those that have been eliminated:
Qualified Teams:
- Mexico (Group A): The hosts secured their spot with a 1-0 win over South Korea, showcasing their determination to make an impact on home soil.
- USA (Group D): With a 2-0 victory over Australia, the Americans demonstrated their strength and are now a force to be reckoned with.
- Germany (Group E): After a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast, the Germans are back in the knockout stages, aiming to go further than their previous group stage exits.
- Argentina (Group J): Lionel Messi's brace against Austria secured their place, and he's now the World Cup's all-time leading scorer.
- France (Group I): The pre-tournament favorites, led by Kylian Mbappe, secured a 3-0 win over Iraq, maintaining their status as one of the top contenders.
- Norway (Group I): With a 3-2 win over Senegal, Norway, making a long-awaited return, has punched their ticket to the next round.
- Colombia (Group K): Their 1-0 win over DR Congo and 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan showcase their resilience and determination.
- Switzerland (Group B): Unbeaten and on top of their group, Switzerland's 2-1 win over Canada confirmed their qualification.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina (Group B): A 3-1 win over Qatar secured their spot, and they are now aiming to go further.
- Brazil (Group C): With a 3-0 win over Scotland, Brazil, the five-time champions, are on a mission to reclaim their glory.
- South Africa (Group A): Their unexpected 1-0 win over South Korea secured their place, marking their first-ever appearance in the knockout rounds.
Eliminated Teams:
- Haiti (Group C): After losing 3-0 to Brazil and 1-0 to Scotland, Haiti's World Cup journey ended early.
- Turkey (Group D): A 1-0 defeat to Paraguay and a 2-0 loss to Australia meant Turkey's exit.
- Tunisia (Group F): Despite their African heritage, Tunisia's World Cup dream ended with a 4-0 loss to Japan and a 5-1 defeat to Sweden.
- Jordan (Group J): Jordan's first World Cup ended with a 2-1 loss to Algeria and a 3-1 defeat to Austria.
- Panama (Group L): After losing 1-0 to Croatia and Ghana, Panama's World Cup adventure was cut short.
- Qatar (Group B): The 2022 World Cup hosts were eliminated with a 3-1 loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina, finishing bottom of their group.
- Czechia (Group A): Despite high expectations, Czechia's World Cup journey ended with a 3-1 loss to Mexico, finishing last in their group.
As the tournament progresses, the knockout phase promises even more thrilling matches and unexpected twists. The teams that have qualified for the Round of 32 will now aim to go further, while those eliminated will look to learn from their experiences and come back stronger in future tournaments. The beauty of the World Cup lies in its unpredictability, and as we move forward, we can expect more surprises and memorable moments.
