FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16: Brazil and Mexico Out, Quarterfinal Picture Takes Shape
Brazil came in with Carlo Ancelotti, Neymar back in the squad, and the weight of five World Cup titles behind them. Norway sent them home anyway. Two goals from Erling Haaland, a late Neymar penalty that changed nothing, and just like that the tournament’s biggest name is out in the Round of 16. Meanwhile at the Azteca, Mexico threw everything at England in front of their own crowd and still lost 3-2. Both host nations gone. The 2026 FIFA World Cup just got brutally interesting.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Results So Far
Match | Result | Scorers |
Morocco vs Canada | Morocco 3-0 | Ounahi x2, Rahimi |
France vs Paraguay | France 1-0 | Mbappe (pen, 70′) |
Norway vs Brazil | Norway 2-1 | Haaland x2; Neymar (pen) |
England vs Mexico | England 3-2 | Bellingham x2, Kane (pen); Quinones, Jimenez (pen) |
The Big Stories
Norway Shock Brazil Haaland Makes History
Nobody outside Norway genuinely expected this. Brazil had Ancelotti on the touchline, Neymar starting, and the full backing of the football world. Haaland had other ideas. He scored twice, Brazil pulled one back through a Neymar penalty in the closing stages, but Norway held on. Ancelotti’s gamble on a half-fit Neymar did not pay off, and the five-time champions are heading home earlier than anyone predicted.
England Win at the Azteca Mexico’s Dream Dies at Home
Mexico had not conceded a single goal in the tournament before facing England. Jude Bellingham scored twice in the first half to end that record fast. Julian Quinones pulled one back, Harry Kane converted a penalty to make it 3-1, and then a red card for England’s Jarell Quansah suddenly made it uncomfortable. Raul Jimenez scored from the spot to make it 3-2, but England held on. Winning at the Azteca is one of the rarest things in football. England did it.
Canada Also Gone All Three Co-Hosts Except USA Eliminated
Canada fell 3-0 to Morocco in the opening Round of 16 fixture. Injury to Alphonso Davies had blighted their campaign throughout. Morocco, meanwhile, look every bit the giant killers they were in Qatar 2022.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Matches Still to Play
Match | Date | Time (PKT) | Venue |
Spain vs Portugal | July 6 | 11:00 PM | AT&T Stadium, Dallas |
Belgium vs USA | July 7 | 4:00 AM | Lumen Field, Seattle |
Egypt vs Argentina | July 7 | 9:00 PM | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
Switzerland vs Colombia | July 8 | 2:00 AM | BC Place, Vancouver |
Confirmed Quarterfinal Matchups
Match | Date | Venue |
Morocco vs France | July 9 | Gillette Stadium, Boston |
Spain/Portugal vs Belgium/USA | July 10 | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |
Norway vs England | July 11 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
Argentina/Egypt vs Switzerland/Colombia | July 11 | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
Semi Finals: July 14 and 15. Final: July 19, MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Who Can Win It From Here?
France look the most complete team left. Mbappe is in form, their defense has been watertight, and they have already beaten Norway in the group stage. England’s win at the Azteca showed real character. Argentina, despite a nervy win over Cape Verde, still have Messi. Norway have Haaland, who now has four goals in the tournament, and nobody wants to face them.
Brazil and Mexico are out. Germany went home in the Round of 32. The 2026 World Cup is wide open.
For the full tournament schedule, venues, and team guides, check our FIFA World Cup 2026 complete guide.
Who do you think wins the 2026 World Cup from the remaining eight teams? Drop your prediction in the comments.
Last updated July 6, 2026 by the Chokus.pk sports desk, based on confirmed results from FIFA.com and ESPN.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brazil out of the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in the Round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice and a late Neymar penalty was not enough to save them.
Is Mexico out of the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Mexico lost 3-2 to England at the Azteca in the Round of 16, despite being unbeaten and unscored upon until that match.
Who plays in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup?
Morocco, France, Norway, and England are confirmed. The remaining four spots will be decided by Spain vs Portugal, Belgium vs USA, Egypt vs Argentina, and Switzerland vs Colombia.
When is the 2026 World Cup final?
The final takes place on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
How many teams are left in the 2026 World Cup?
Eight teams will remain after the Round of 16 is complete, with four quarterfinal matches scheduled for July 9 to 11.
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