World Cup Round of 32 Projected Matchups and Bracket Predictions

The 2026 World Cup Round of 32 is taking shape as the second round of group stage matches unfolds. Teams are securing their spots in the knockout round and winning their respective groups, clarifying the path to the championship. While some teams' fates are sealed, much remains to be determined, including the eight third-place squads that will advance to the knockout round.

As of Wednesday, June 24, at midnight ET, projections are based on current group standings. Confirmed teams are marked in bold, with third-place team placements determined by live trackers from The Athletic, BBC, and Sky Sports.

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