World Cup 2026: 21 Nations Advance to Knockout Rounds

At least 21 nations have secured their spots in the Round of 32 knockout stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

The most recent entries are Egypt and Belgium.

Egypt earned a 1‑1 draw with Iran, finishing second in Group G behind group leader Belgium.

Belgium defeated New Zealand 5‑1 to advance to the knockout stage.

Both teams now join Australia, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Japan, the Netherlands, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Colombia in the last‑32.

Other teams that have already booked their place in the last‑32 include Mexico, South Africa, Canada, Switzerland, the United States, Brazil, Morocco, Germany, France, Norway, and Argentina.