2026 WC: 19 teams qualify for Round of 32

At least 19 teams have confirmed their places in the Round of 32 at the World Cup. The latest countries to book their spots include Australia, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Japan, The Netherlands, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Colombia. Australia were held to a 0-0 draw by Paraguay in their last Group D fixture and finish […]

2026 WC: 19 teams qualify for Round of 32












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At least 19 teams have confirmed their places in the Round of 32 at the World Cup.

The latest countries to book their spots include Australia, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Japan, The Netherlands, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Colombia.

Australia were held to a 0-0 draw by Paraguay in their last Group D fixture and finish as runners-up.

Ivory Coast defeated debutants Curacao 2-0 in their final group game to finish in second place.

Ecuador came from behind to stun Germany 2-1, while Japan and Sweden played out a 1-1 draw.

The Netherlands saw off Tunisia 3-1 to finish as group winners.

They will all join the likes of Mexico, South Africa, Canada, Switzerland, USA, Brazil, Morocco, Germany, France, Norway and Argentina in the next round.

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