Teams Advancing to FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals: Updated Round of 16 Results

The 2026 World Cup started with a record 48 teams, but only one will claim the trophy on July 19. After the initial rounds trimmed the field from 48 to 32 and then to 16, just eight squads remain, moving into the quarterfinals.

Several top-tier teams, including recent champions, still have hopes alive. Here's the latest look at the tournament bracket and which countries have made it this far.

How Each Team Reached the Quarterfinals

Morocco advanced by defeating the Netherlands in a penalty shootout in the Round of 32, followed by a commanding 3-0 win over Canada in the Round of 16. They are the first African nation to reach back-to-back quarterfinals and face France, who eliminated them last World Cup in the semifinals.

France cruised past Sweden 3-0 in their first knockout match, then edged Paraguay 1-0 thanks to a penalty from Kylian Mbappe. This marks France's fourth straight quarterfinal, and a win over Morocco would send them to their third consecutive semifinal.

Norway secured its first-ever quarterfinal berth by stunning Brazil in the Round of 16. Erling Haaland, who also helped beat Ivory Coast earlier, scored twice late against Brazil. Norway faces England next.

England is back in the quarters for the third time running, seeking their second semifinal in three tournaments. Close wins over DR Congo and Mexico brought them here; they meet Norway in Miami.

Spain remains unbeaten without conceding a goal in the tournament. Their 1-0 victory over Portugal eliminated Cristiano Ronaldo from World Cup competition. Spain will play Belgium in the quarterfinals.

Belgium came through with a strong 4-1 win against the United States after some controversy during the weekend. Their group stage performance was less impressive, but they appear to be hitting form when it counts.

Argentina survived a scare with a thrilling comeback against Egypt, where Lionel Messi scored a key equalizer after trailing 2-0 late in the game. Argentina now faces Switzerland.

Switzerland upset Colombia in a penalty shootout to move forward as underdogs. Their next challenge is Argentina.

FIFA Rankings of Remaining Teams

Among the teams already knocked out are some high-ranked squads like Brazil, the Netherlands, and Mexico. Still, the top four FIFA-ranked teams have stayed alive in this tournament.