The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the round of 16. This is the first knockout round of the expanded 48-team tournament. Fans around the world are ready for some of the competition’s biggest matches. Every game is now a “win or go home” contest.The round of 16 matches will be played from June 28 to July 3. Several top footballing nations secured their place after the group stage. Broadcasters in different countries show the matches on television and online. Here’s how fans can follow the action live in their region.
Where and how to watch fifa world cup 2026 round 32?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first edition to include 48 teams. The new format includes 12 groups of four teams. The top two teams from each group, along with the top eight third-placed teams, advanced to the round of 16. This change added an extra knockout round before the Round of 16.Many of the biggest soccer nations are participating in the Round of 16. National teams such as Argentina, Brazil, France, England, Spain, Germany, Portugal, Italy, Netherlands, Mexico, United States, Japan, Morocco and Croatia reached the knockout stage. A few surprise teams also earned places after strong performances in the group.Fans in the United States can watch every Round of 16 game live on Fox Sports in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Those who prefer streaming can use YouTube TV, Sling TV or FuboTV with the necessary subscription. Viewers can also watch Fox shows for free using a digital aerial where available.In the UK, every round of 16 match is available for free. The matches are shared on television by the BBC and ITV. Fans can also stream matches live via BBC iPlayer and ITVX at no extra cost to eligible viewers.Football fans across Europe have different broadcasters depending on the country. In Ireland, every round of 16 match is shown free-to-air on RTÉ. Viewers can also watch live via RTÉ Player. Other European countries can follow the tournament through their official national broadcasters who have rights to the FIFA World Cup.In Canada, the tournament is broadcast by Bell Media. The games are available on TSN, CTV and RDS. Fans can also stream every game via the TSN app or CTV digital platform with required access.In India, live telecast is available on Unite8 Sports 1 and Unite8 Sports 1 HD in Hindi. Along with Unite8 Sports 2 and Unite8 Sports 2 HD in English. Fans who want to watch online can stream every Round of 16 match via the Zee5 app and website with an active subscription.The round of 16 promises exciting knockout football as teams battle it out for a place in the last 16. Every match must produce a winner. If the scores are tied after 90 minutes, extra time will be played, followed by penalty kicks if necessary.
