2026 World Cup: Four Round of 16 fixtures confirmed
by Ifreke Inyang · Daily PostAt least four Round of 16 fixtures at the 2026 World Cup have been confirmed, following England’s 2-1 win over DR Congo on Wednesday evening.
Harry Kane scored a stunning double as the Three Lions came from behind to eliminate the Leopards.
This result means that Thomas Tuchel’s men will face co-hosts Mexico in the next round.
Javier Aguirre’s team pulled off a comfortable 2-0 win over Ecuador in their last-16 clash.
Other Round of 16 matches that have been confirmed as France plays Paraguay and Norway clashes with Brazil.
Another African country, Morocco, will take on co-hosts Canada, for a spot in the quarter-finals.
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