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World Cup bracket update, projected quarterfinals games, schedule
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- The 2026 World Cup, featuring 48 teams, is nearing the end of its second knockout round, with only eight teams remaining to compete for the trophy on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
- Two top Golden Boot contenders, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland, scored all goals for France and Norway in their round of 16 victories over Paraguay and Brazil, respectively.
- As of July 6, confirmed quarterfinalists include Morocco, France, Norway, England, and Spain, with four quarterfinal spots still open pending Monday's knockout matches.
- The US Men's National Team (USMNT) has a chance to secure a quarterfinal spot with an upcoming match against Belgium.
- The projected quarterfinal bracket is shaping up, with several high-profile matchups anticipated as the tournament advances.
