World Cup 2026: Ranking the 8 Round of 16 matchups from best to worst
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Key Points:
- Most pre-tournament favorites remain in the World Cup after the Round of 32, though notable teams like Germany, the Netherlands, and Croatia have been eliminated.
- Key Round of 16 matchups include France vs. Paraguay, Morocco vs. Canada, and Argentina vs. Egypt, with favorites like France and Argentina expected to advance despite potential challenges.
- The United States faces Belgium without key player Folarin Balogun, while Brazil takes on Norway relying on Vinícius Júnior and Erling Haaland's goal-scoring prowess.
- Spain and Portugal's clash features Cristiano Ronaldo seeking knockout-round success, with Spain showing strong recent form as Euro 2024 champions.
- The highly anticipated Mexico vs. England match is marked by concerns over altitude and scheduling, with Mexico undefeated and enjoying strong home support.
