2 min readUpdated: Jun 28, 2026 07:18 AM IST FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Schedule: After 16 days of jam-packed action, the 2026 FIFA World Cup have finalised the 32 teams that will proceed to the second round of action across the United States, Mexico and Canada. World champions Argentina have drawn World Cup debutants Cape Verde in their Round of 32 clash, while leading favourites France will take on Sweden in New Jersey on July 1. With a goalless draw to Colombia, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal finished second in Group K, taking a slot against 2018 runners-up Croatia on July 3. ALSO READ | World Cup third-place standings Five-time champions Brazil will step out in the second Round of 32 match against Asian stronghold Japan in Houston. Eight third-placed teams will book their spots in the knockout stages, with five of the top teams locked in on five points. The round of 32 stage will conclude on July 4 with Colombia taking on Ghana in Kansas City. Here’s a look at the full list of …