The drama of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 is reaching its feverish climax. With the margin for error completely gone, the tournament bracket has already been thrown into absolute chaos.
The opening blockbuster fixtures have more than delivered on their promise. The knockout stage kicked off in Houston, where co-hosts Canada saw their run come to an end in a definitive 3-0 victory by Morocco.
Since then, the gauntlet has been ruthless for global heavyweights: France narrowly edged out Paraguay 1-0, England survived a 10-man, 3-2 thriller against co-hosts Mexico, and Norway pulled off the ultimate shock of the tournament by stunning Brazil 2-1.
As the final quarter-final slots are locked in - headlined by massive Round of 16 showdowns featuring Portugal vs Spain and co-hosts USA vs Belgium - the remaining fixtures are fueling unprecedented ticket demand and soaring prices across the host venues.
What are the confirmed Round of 16 games?
| Date & KO Time | Match Details | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 4, KO 12pm CDT | Round of 16: Canada vs Morocco | Houston Stadium, USA | 0-3 |
| July 4, KO 5pm EDT | Round of 16: Paraguay vs France | Philadelphia Stadium, USA | 0-1 |
| July 5, KO 4pm EDT | Round of 16: Brazil vs Norway | New York New Jersey Stadium, USA | 1-2 |
| July 5, KO 6pm CST | Round of 16: Mexico vs England | Mexico City Stadium, Mexico | 2-3 |
| July 6, KO 2pm CDT | Round of 16: Portugal vs Spain | Dallas Stadium, USA | 0-1 |
| July 6, KO 5pm PDT | Round of 16: United States vs Belgium | Seattle Stadium, USA | 1-4 |
| July 7, KO 12pm EDT | Round of 16: Argentina vs Egypt | Atlanta Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 7, KO 4pm PDT | Round of 16: Switzerland vs Colombia | Vancouver Stadium, Canada | Buy Tickets |
| July 9 – July 11, Various Slots | Quarter-Finals: France vs Morocco / England vs Norway / TBC / TBC | Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, Kansas City | Buy Tickets |
| July 14 – July 15, KO 3pm | Semi-Final: TBC | Dallas Stadium & Atlanta Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 18, KO 3pm | 3rd Place: TBC | Miami Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 19, KO 3pm | Final: TBC | New York New Jersey Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
What are the next Round of 32 games?
How to buy World Cup Round of 16 tickets?
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and the post-draw Random Selection Draw) have officially concluded.
With over 500 million requests processed during those phases, primary availability is now at an all-time low.
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
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