2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 sees Paraguay, France, England and Norway advance

In the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, several surprise results were recorded.

Paraguay eliminated Germany after a 1‑1 draw and a 4‑3 win on penalties in Boston, securing a place in the last 16.

France defeated Sweden 3‑0 in Philadelphia, with Kylian Mbappé scoring a hat‑trick, and will meet Paraguay in the next round.

England overcame the Democratic Republic of Congo 2‑1 at the Mercedes‑Benz Stadium in Atlanta, thanks to a late brace from Harry Kane.

Norway edged Ivory Coast 2‑1 in Dallas, with goals from Antonio Nusa and Erling Haaland, earning a quarter‑final clash with Brazil.

These matches determine the eight teams that will continue to the last‑16 stage of the tournament.