FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16: Teams, Schedule, Bracket & Results
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 runs from Saturday, July 4 to Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Eight single-elimination matches cut the field from 16 teams down to the quarterfinals. The dates, kickoff times, and venues are already fixed.
The matchups lock in the moment the Round of 32 finishes on July 3, and you will find every confirmed pairing on this page as soon as it is set.
Last updated: June 28, 2026. Matchups update once the Round of 32 is complete.
Round of 16 at a Glance
Here is everything you need to know in one quick view:
- Round: Round of 16 (second knockout round)
- Dates: Saturday, July 4 to Tuesday, July 7, 2026
- Matches: 8 (single elimination)
- Comes after: Round of 32 (June 28 to July 3)
- Leads to: Quarterfinals (July 9 to 11)
- Host countries: United States, Mexico, Canada
- Match format: 90 minutes, then extra time, then a penalty shootout if still level
Which Teams Qualified for the Round of 16
The 16 teams in this round are the winners of the 16 Round of 32 ties. Until those ties are played out between June 28 and July 3, the Round of 16 line-up remains a placeholder. Check back here right after July 3 and you will see the full list of qualified teams slotted into the schedule and bracket below.
Some of the Round of 32 fixtures already feature confirmed nations, including Brazil, the Netherlands, Morocco, the United States, Argentina, and host Mexico, but whether they reach the last 16 depends entirely on their Round of 32 result.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Schedule
All eight Round of 16 fixtures, with confirmed dates, kickoff times in Eastern Time, and venues. Team names show as bracket placeholders until the Round of 32 winners are decided on July 3.
| Match | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Fixture | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | Sat, Jul 4 | 1:00 PM | Winner M73 vs Winner M75 | NRG Stadium (Houston Stadium) | Houston, USA |
| 89 | Sat, Jul 4 | 5:00 PM | Winner M74 vs Winner M77 | Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia Stadium) | Philadelphia, USA |
| 91 | Sun, Jul 5 | 4:00 PM | Winner M76 vs Winner M78 | MetLife Stadium (New York New Jersey Stadium) | East Rutherford, USA |
| 92 | Sun, Jul 5 | 8:00 PM | Winner M79 vs Winner M80 | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City Stadium) | Mexico City, Mexico |
| 93 | Mon, Jul 6 | 3:00 PM | Winner M83 vs Winner M84 | AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium) | Arlington, USA |
| 94 | Mon, Jul 6 | 8:00 PM | Winner M81 vs Winner M82 | Lumen Field (Seattle Stadium) | Seattle, USA |
| 95 | Tue, Jul 7 | 12:00 PM | Winner M86 vs Winner M88 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium) | Atlanta, USA |
| 96 | Tue, Jul 7 | 4:00 PM | Winner M85 vs Winner M87 | BC Place (Vancouver Stadium) | Vancouver, Canada |
The venue names in brackets are the official FIFA tournament names, used during the World Cup for sponsorship reasons. The first name is the one you already know the stadium by.
Round of 16 Kickoff Times (ET, CT, MT, PT, BST, CET)
Here are all eight kickoff times converted across the four United States time zones plus the United Kingdom and Central Europe, so you can plan your viewing wherever you are. Times follow each stadium’s listed Eastern Time start.
BST is British Summer Time (UTC+1), and CET runs on summer time (UTC+2) through July, so it sits one hour ahead of the UK. A plus one marks a kickoff that falls on the following calendar day in that zone.
| Match | Date (ET) | ET | CT | MT | PT | BST | CET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston (M90) | Jul 4 | 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM | 11:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| Philadelphia (M89) | Jul 4 | 5:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| New York / New Jersey (M91) | Jul 5 | 4:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| Mexico City (M92) | Jul 5 | 8:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM (+1) | 2:00 AM (+1) |
| Dallas (M93) | Jul 6 | 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| Seattle (M94) | Jul 6 | 8:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM (+1) | 2:00 AM (+1) |
| Atlanta (M95) | Jul 7 | 12:00 PM | 11:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| Vancouver (M96) | Jul 7 | 4:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
A quick note on local stadium time: the Mexico City match (M92) kicks off at 6:00 PM local, since Mexico City uses Central Standard Time with no daylight saving.
That matches the US Mountain figure here because both sit at the same offset in July. The Houston, Dallas, Seattle, and Vancouver matches all start earlier in their own local zones than the Eastern figure suggests, so always check the time for the city you are watching from.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Bracket & Results
The Round of 16 is where the bracket starts to take its final shape. The 16 winners from the Round of 32 are paired into eight ties, and the winners of those ties move on to the quarterfinals. The interactive bracket below fills in with confirmed teams and live scores as each match is played between July 4 and 7.
Here is how the bracket flows out of this round:
- Quarterfinal 1 (M97): Winner M89 vs Winner M90, July 9 in Boston
- Quarterfinal 2 (M98): Winner M93 vs Winner M94, July 10 in Los Angeles
- Quarterfinal 3 (M99): Winner M91 vs Winner M92, July 11 in Miami
- Quarterfinal 4 (M100): Winner M95 vs Winner M96, July 11 in Kansas City
From there the path runs to the semifinals on July 14 and 15, the third-place match on July 18 in Miami, and the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New York and New Jersey. Win your Round of 16 tie and you are three matches from the trophy.
If you prefer a text view, here are the eight results. Scores update as each match finishes, including any decided in extra time or on penalties.
| Match | Date | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | Jul 4 | To be played | Houston |
| 89 | Jul 4 | To be played | Philadelphia |
| 91 | Jul 5 | To be played | New York / New Jersey |
| 92 | Jul 5 | To be played | Mexico City |
| 93 | Jul 6 | To be played | Dallas |
| 94 | Jul 6 | To be played | Seattle |
| 95 | Jul 7 | To be played | Atlanta |
| 96 | Jul 7 | To be played | Vancouver |
A printable Round of 16 bracket is available to download during knockout week, so you can track every result and make your own predictions as the round unfolds.
Host Cities and Venues
The Round of 16 is spread across eight host cities in three countries. Here are the venues hosting this round, with approximate capacities.
| Venue | City | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| NRG Stadium | Houston, USA | 72,000 |
| Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia, USA | 69,000 |
| MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, USA | 82,500 |
| Estadio Azteca | Mexico City, Mexico | 87,500 |
| AT&T Stadium | Arlington, USA | 80,000 |
| Lumen Field | Seattle, USA | 69,000 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta, USA | 71,000 |
| BC Place | Vancouver, Canada | 54,500 |
The figures above are standard stadium capacities. FIFA’s 2026 tournament configuration removes seats at several venues to fit the regulation pitch and broadcast setups, so the listed capacity for some matches will be lower than the numbers shown here.
Estadio Azteca, listed by FIFA as Mexico City Stadium, reopened in March 2026 after a major renovation and is one of the most historic grounds in World Cup history. MetLife Stadium, the New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament, goes on to host the Final on July 19.
There is an extra layer to the two matches on July 4. Both the Houston match at NRG Stadium and the Philadelphia match at Lincoln Financial Field are paired with special ceremonies marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, which falls on Independence Day during this round.
How to Watch the Round of 16
In the United States, every Round of 16 match airs on the main FOX broadcast network in English, with Spanish coverage on Telemundo.
You can stream the matches through the FOX One and FOX Sports apps in English, and on Peacock in Spanish. From the Round of 16 onward, the marquee knockout matches move to the main FOX network rather than cable.
In Canada, the matches air on TSN and CTV in English and on RDS in French, which matters for the Vancouver tie. In Mexico, Televisa and TV Azteca carry coverage, including the Mexico City match.
If you are watching from outside North America, your broadcaster depends on your country, so check your local listings for the rights holder in your region. Kickoff times above are your starting point for planning around the time difference.
FAQ About the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16
How much do Round of 16 tickets cost?
Round of 16 tickets cost more than group stage matches, which started at around $60. FIFA is using dynamic pricing for 2026, so knockout prices rise with demand, matchup, and seat location, and premium seats climb into the thousands. Buy only through FIFA’s official ticketing channels.
Can I watch the Round of 16 for free?
There is no full free live stream in most regions. FIFA’s preferred platform, YouTube, streams the first 10 minutes of every match free worldwide. To watch a full Round of 16 match live, you need your country’s official broadcaster or its streaming service.
Why is it still called the Round of 16 if 32 teams reached the knockout stage?
The name reflects how many teams are left, not how many reached the knockouts. Because 48 teams now compete, FIFA added a Round of 32 first. The 16 winners of those ties play the Round of 16, so exactly 16 teams remain at this stage.
How do teams reach the Round of 16?
A team reaches the Round of 16 by winning its Round of 32 match. The 32 knockout teams come from the 12 group winners, the 12 group runners-up, and the eight best third-placed teams, a structure new to this first 48-team World Cup.
How much rest do teams get before the quarterfinals?
The Round of 16 runs July 4 to 7 and the quarterfinals begin July 9, with no matches on July 8. That gives every Round of 16 winner at least two days of rest before its quarterfinal, and more for teams that play earlier in the round.
Which stadium hosting a Round of 16 match has the biggest capacity?
Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, listed by FIFA as Mexico City Stadium, is the largest venue in this round, followed by MetLife Stadium in New York and New Jersey. Both rank among the biggest stadiums at the entire 2026 World Cup.
What Comes Next: The Quarterfinals
The eight Round of 16 winners move straight into the quarterfinals, played from July 9 to 11 across Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, and Kansas City. That is where the field of eight becomes the final four. Keep this page handy through knockout week for confirmed matchups, live results, and the bracket as it fills in.
