Netherlands to face Morocco, Brazil draw Japan in 2026 World Cup round of 32

Four Round of 32 fixtures at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed as the group stage enters its final phase, with several teams already securing their places in the knockout rounds.

The Netherlands booked their place as winners of Group F and will face Morocco in what promises to be one of the standout ties of the next round.

The Dutch sealed top spot in the group with a convincing 3-1 victory over Tunisia in their final group-stage match. Morocco, meanwhile, secured qualification after defeating Haiti 4-2 to advance to the knockout stage.

Five-time world champions Brazil have also discovered their Round of 32 opponents and will take on Japan after finishing top of their group.

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The Seleção, under the guidance of head coach Carlo Ancelotti, maintained their impressive form to qualify as group winners, while Japan secured progression following a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Sweden in their final group fixture.

Co-hosts the United States have also confirmed their place in the knockout rounds and will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32.

Another confirmed fixture will see African representatives South Africa take on Canada in a bid to secure a place in the last 16.

With several group-stage matches still to be played, the remaining Round of 32 pairings will be determined after the conclusion of the group phase on Saturday.

Football fans across the globe are eagerly awaiting the completion of the fixtures as the tournament moves into its knockout stage, where the battle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup title will intensify.