2026 FIFA World Cup

The Expanded Round of 32 Explained — 2026 World Cup Knockouts

How the 48-team 2026 World Cup knockout stage works: 32 teams advance from groups, then a new Round of 32 begins.

2026 FIFA World Cup

What Is the Expanded Round of 32?

2026 FIFA World Cup

How the Knockout Bracket Works

2026 FIFA World Cup

Why the Change?

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