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FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout bracket: Full schedule in Indian time (IST), Round of 16 results and quarter-finals

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is heating up as the Round of 16 determines the quarter-finalists. Morocco, France, and Norway have already secured their spots, with more exciting matches to unfold. The knockout stage is set to deliver thrilling encounters, culminating in the grand final on July 20 in New…

The Economic Times

Paraguay showed France can be stifled – Morocco will have taken note

This was the least convincing performance by the World Cup favourites and their quarter-final opponents will also make it uncomfortable for them

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026 : France battle through Paraguay dark arts

France is through to the round of 16 after a fierce battle with Paraguay. Paraguay sat in a low block and tried to frustrate les Bleus, often committing bad fouls, all of which went unpunished. Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the game, converting a penalty. Morocco were slightly…

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Les Bleus advance to World Cup quarter-finals after bruising win over Paraguay

Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the game from a second-half penalty as France beat Paraguay in a cagey Round of 16 tie in Philadelphia on Saturday. Les Bleus will take on Morocco in the quarter-finals on Thursday in Boston.

France 24

World Cup 2026: Mexico fans try to disturb England’s sleep, Balogun red card rescinded – as it happened

England endured a tumultous buildup to their match in Mexico City, while Trump thanked Fifa publicly for overturning Folarin Balogun of the USA’s red card

The Guardian - UK

Morocco fans take over London's Piccadilly Circus amid wild scenes after country's World Cup win

Hundreds of jubilant Morocco supporters descended on the London tourist hotspot on Saturday evening

Evening Standard

India slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026, offers visa-free access to 26 destinations

India's passport has dropped to 125th globally in the 2026 rankings, offering visa-free access to only 26 destinations. This marks a decline from last year's position, placing it behind several nations including the Philippines and Morocco. While India outranks some South Asian neighbours like Nepal and Bangladesh, it still requires…

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FIFA 2026: France beat Paraguay with Mbappe penalty to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Kylian Mbappe's second-half penalty secured France a hard-fought 1-0 victory over a resilient Paraguay in the World Cup last-16. Despite Paraguay's defensive tactics and attempts to disrupt France's stars, Mbappe's 70th-minute spot-kick proved decisive. The win sets up a quarter-final clash with Morocco, as France continues their quest for World…

The Economic Times

Mbappé strikes to send France into last eight showdown with Morocco at World Cup

After a 1-0 win in Saturday's match against Paraguay, France will take on Morocco for the second consecutive World Cup. In 2022 in Qatar, they met to contest a place in the final. Four years later in the United States, they will play for a place in the semi-finals.

Radio France Internationale

FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco beats co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals

Morocco has stormed into the World Cup quarterfinals, marking their second consecutive appearance in the elite eight. Azzedine Ounahi's brace powered a dominant 3-0 victory over Canada, solidifying Morocco's status as a major contender. Coach Mohamed Ouahbi expressed immense pride, stating, "We are no longer a surprise." This historic achievement…

The Economic Times

Mbappe keeps cool as France survive furnace against Paraguay

PHILADELPHIA - Kylian Mbappe converted a second-half penalty as France sweated through a suffocating Philadelphia furnace and wrestled their way out of a brutal scrap with Paraguay to snatch a 1-0 win on Saturday, setting up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco.

Bangkok Post

Every Quarterfinal Match at the 2026 World Cup: Dates, Kickoff Times

The World Cup is down to eight teams after a thrilling round of 16.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026: Mbappé sends Les Bleus into quarterfinals after hard-fought win over Paraguay

France edged past a stubborn and physical Paraguay side thanks to a penalty kick by Kylian Mbappé (1-0), sealing their place in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals after a frustrating but dominant display. They will take on Morocco on Thursday.

France 24

Canada tell fans 'the journey is only just beginning' after Morocco defeat

HOUSTON: Canada ⁠signed ⁠off from a groundbreaking World Cup campaign with an emotional message to supporters on Saturday, thanking fans ‌for helping transform the country's football landscape after their dream run ended.

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The Guardian - US

Canada’s World Cup exit revives questions over Alphonso Davies injury management

Canada’s last-16 exit to Morocco reopened questions over Alphonso Davies’ injury management, with the sidelined captain unable to help his team

The Guardian - UK

‘We were better than them’: Marsch bullish despite Canada’s World Cup exit to Morocco

Jesse Marsch claimed Canada were the better team in their 3-0 defeat by Morocco and ‘totally controlled the match’

FourFourTwo

Canada boss Jesse Marsch makes baffling 'us and them' statement after World Cup exit

Jesse Marsch’s comments have baffled the footballing world after Canada lost 3-0 to Morocco in the Round of 16

Radio France Internationale

Ounahi stars as Morocco outclass Canada to advance to last eight at World Cup

Azzedine Ounahi scored twice on Saturday to steer Morocco past Canada 3-0 and into the last eight at the World Cup for the second consecutive tournament.

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The Independent UK

Canada becomes first World Cup co-host to be eliminated as Morocco makes history

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The Guardian - UK

Ounahi and Rahimi put Morocco in World Cup quarter-finals and end Canada’s journey

Azzedine Ounahi scored twice and Soufiane Rahimi added a third to put Morocco into the last eight and send co-hosts Canada out

Sports Illustrated

Every Nation Qualified for the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals

The remaining 16 teams are battling it out for a spot in the final eight.

France 24

World Cup 2026: Ounahi fires Morocco to quarter-finals with decisive brace

Morocco secured their passage to the quarter-finals with a 3-0 victory over Canada in Houston, with Selim Ounahi's double proving decisive. The Lions of the Atlas overcame a difficult first half to eventually overwhelm their North American hosts and progress as one of the tournament's standout sides.

Evening Standard

Canada 0-3 Morocco: Azzedine Ounahi scores twice to dash co-hosts' World Cup dream

Morocco turn on the style in second half to reach successive World Cup quarter-finals

FourFourTwo

Who is Michael Oliver? The referee for Canada v Morocco

Canada and Morocco are aiming to reach the World Cup quarter-finals

FourFourTwo

Who are the ITV pundits, commentators and presenters for Canada vs Morocco?

Canada vs Morocco marks the 2026 World Cup’s first Round of 16 match

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