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Teams Remaining in World Cup 2026 as Knockout Stage Approaches

The battle for glory at the World Cup 2026 intensifies with just a few spots left in the round of 16. Spain, Switzerland, and Portugal secured their places after recent victories, knocking out Austria, Algeria, and Croatia in the process.

This year's tournament is unique, expanding to 48 teams and adding an extra knockout round. Out of the initial group stage, 32 teams advanced, including 12 group winners, 12 runners-up, and eight best third-placed teams — the highest number to reach this phase in World Cup history.

Before the round of 16 begins on Saturday, the field will be cut in half again. Here's an update on who remains:

Teams Still Competing (as of 3 July)

  • Group A: Mexico
  • Group B: Canada, Switzerland
  • Group C: Brazil, Morocco
  • Group D: USA, Paraguay, Australia
  • Group G: Belgium, Egypt
  • Group H: Spain, Cape Verde
  • Group I: France, Norway
  • Group J: Argentina
  • Group K: Colombia, Portugal
  • Group L: England, Ghana

Groups E and F currently have no teams advancing past this point.

Fans can track every match with the Radio Times World Cup 2026 wall chart, available for free download to keep all fixtures at your fingertips during this historic event.

For those who want to test their football knowledge, the Radio Times football predictor offers a fun way to engage with the tournament as it unfolds.

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