The group stage of the World Cup is nearly over, and for the first time in history, it will be followed by a round of 32. But which nations will face each other then? The new rule allowing the eight best third-placed teams to also progress to the knockout stages has complicated the system.

With the 2026 World Cup well into play now, it's never too early to look ahead to the knockout stages. Co-hosts Mexico and the United States were the first two teams to lock in positions in the Round of 32, and more teams will join them in the future.

This year's tournament in Omaha promises to be a thriller after a flurry of upsets earlier in the tournament. Here's when and where to watch every game.

Is Lionel Messi playing today? The Inter Miami star returns with Argentina for a record sixth World Cup appearance at the 2026 tournament in North America.

Follow Morocco vs. Haiti live at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Real-time score updates, key plays, and match analysis as it happens.