The 2026 World Cup is entering a crucial phase. From June 22 to 28, the final round of group-stage matches will deliver their verdict and determine the 32 teams that will continue their journey in the knockout bracket. With high-profile clashes, do-or-die encounters and the first Round of 32 matches, this week promises to be decisive for all participating teams.
Among the most anticipated fixtures of the week are Argentina vs Austria (June 22), England vs Ghana (June 23), Switzerland vs Canada (June 24), Scotland vs Brazil (June 24), Morocco vs Haiti (June 24), Ecuador vs Germany (June 25), Japan vs Sweden (June 25), and Norway vs France (June 26).
Morocco, one of the pleasant surprises of the tournament so far, will seek to maintain its momentum in its final group match against Haiti. A victory could allow the Atlas Lions to enter the knockout stage as a credible outsider.
Schedule of the Week’s Main Matches
June 22
Argentina – Austria France – Iraq Norway – Senegal
June 23
Portugal – Uzbekistan England – Ghana Colombia – DR Congo
June 24
Switzerland – Canada Scotland – Brazil Morocco – Haiti
June 25
Czech Republic – Mexico Ecuador – Germany Japan – Sweden
June 26
Norway – France Senegal – Iraq Uruguay – Spain
June 27
Panama – England Croatia – Ghana
June 28
Colombia – Portugal Algeria – Austria Jordan – Argentina
Start of the Round of 32.
A week full of danger therefore awaits both favorites and outsiders. Between qualifications, eliminations and the first knockout matches, the 2026 World Cup is about to enter its most exciting phase.