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Standout Performers from FIFA World Cup Round of 32
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 featured standout performers, highlighted in the latest FIFA Power Rankings. Explore the full ranking on FIFA.com.
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Goal of the Tournament: Round of 32 Voting Opens
FIFA has opened voting for the Goal of the Tournament from the Round of 32, featuring 10 standout strikes including goals from Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane. Fans have 48 hours to choose their favorite as the tournament progresses through knockout stages.
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USA and Bosnia coaches preview Round of 32 clash at World Cup 2026
USA coach Mauricio Pochettino and Bosnia and Herzegovina coach Sergej Barbarez preview their Round of 32 match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Pochettino insists his team is ready for any situation, including penalties, while Barbarez sees the USA as favorites but vows to take the game to them.
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Spain vs Austria: FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Preview
Spain and Austria are set to clash in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The match preview covers team form, key players, and tactical analysis ahead of the knockout stage encounter.
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Portugal vs Croatia: World Cup Round of 32 Match Preview
Portugal and Croatia are set to clash in the World Cup Round of 32. This preview covers team form, key players, and tactical insights ahead of the knockout-stage encounter.
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Morocco beat Netherlands on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Morocco recovered from Cody Gakpo's opener to beat the Netherlands on penalties in a dramatic Round of 32 tie. Gakpo scored for the Dutch, but Issa Diop's late equalizer forced extra time before Morocco prevailed 3-2 in the shootout.
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Brazil, Morocco, Paraguay advance in World Cup Round of 32
Morocco and Paraguay won penalty shootouts to eliminate the Netherlands and Germany, while Brazil scored a late winner to edge Japan and reach the last 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Japan bow out with pride after Brazil defeat
Japan's World Cup run ended with a 2-1 loss to Brazil in the Round of 32. Despite taking the lead through Kaishu Sano, second-half goals from Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli sealed their fate. Players and coach expressed pride but also regret, vowing to use the experience as fuel for future tournaments.
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Belgium vs Senegal: World Cup Round of 32 Preview
Belgium and Senegal meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after both teams recovered from slow starts with emphatic group-stage wins. The match takes place on July 1 at Seattle Stadium.
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Marcus Tulio Tanaka on Brazil-Japan World Cup clash
Brazilian-born former Japan international Marcus Tulio Tanaka previews the Round of 32 match between Brazil and Japan at the FIFA World Cup, sharing insights on the cultural and footballing ties between the two nations.
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Argentina, Austria, and Algeria Advance to Round of 32; Jordan
Argentina won their group and advanced to the Round of 32 alongside Austria and Algeria. Jordan have been eliminated from the tournament.
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Round of 32 Set to Begin at FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 is ready to commence. The tournament continues with knockout-stage matches.
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Austria and Algeria advance after six-goal thriller
Austria and Algeria both advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after a dramatic 3-3 draw in Group J. Sasa Kalajdzic scored a last-gasp equalizer to send Austria through as runners-up, while Algeria progressed as one of the best third-placed teams.
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Ecuador vs Mexico Set for World Cup Round of 32
Ecuador and Mexico will face off in the World Cup Round of 32. A poll shows 55% favor Mexico, 45% Ecuador, with over 50,000 votes cast.
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Group L Standings: England, Croatia, Ghana Advance to Round of 32
England, Croatia, and Ghana have qualified for the Round of 32 from Group L at the FIFA World Cup. The final standings are now official.
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Brazil vs Japan: World Cup Round of 32 Preview
Brazil face Japan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at Houston Stadium on June 29. Brazil topped Group C after a draw and two wins, while Japan finished second in Group F. The winner advances to face Côte d'Ivoire or Norway.
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Spain Secure Spot in World Cup Round of 32
Spain have qualified for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup, as announced on the tournament's official channels.
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Five Teams Secure Round of 32 Spots at FIFA World Cup
Paraguay, Egypt, Portugal, England, and Ghana have qualified for the Round of 32 after today's matches at the FIFA World Cup, as confirmed by the tournament's official website.
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Côte d'Ivoire v Norway: World Cup Round of 32 Match Preview
Côte d'Ivoire and Norway face off in the World Cup Round of 32. The match preview covers team form, key players, and tactical analysis ahead of the knockout stage clash.
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USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina: World Cup Round of 32 Preview
USA face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Round of 32 on July 1 in San Francisco. Christian Pulisic is expected to start for the co-hosts, while Bosnia make their knockout stage debut. The match kicks off at 17:00 local time at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.