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Following the dramatic completion of the group stages at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the path to global glory has taken shape with the official confirmation of the Round of 32 fixtures.

The final day of group stage action delivered immense drama. Colombia secured their place as Group K winners following a tense, goalless draw with European powerhouses Portugal.

Joining them from the same group are DR Congo, who showed incredible resilience by coming from a goal down to defeat Uzbekistan and punch their ticket to the knockouts.

Meanwhile, in Group L, Croatia edged past Ghana with a hard-fought 2-1 victory to progress as runners-up behind group leaders England.

The high-stakes knockout phase is set to kick off this Sunday night with an electrifying clash, as tournament co-hosts Canada face off against South Africa.

Germany vs Paraguay

France vs Sweden

South Africa vs Canada

Netherlands vs Morocco

Portugal vs Croatia

United States vs Bosnia

Belgium vs Senegal

Brazil vs Japan

Ivory Coast vs Norway

Mexico vs Ecuador

England vs DR Congo

Argentina vs Cape Verde

Australia vs Egypt

Colombia vs Ghana

Switzerland vs Algeria

Spain vs Austria

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Emmanuel Yohanna: Nine African nations have advanced to the round of 32, a clear sign of football’s remarkable growth across the continent. Out of ten representatives, only one exited at the group stage. Congratulations to Africa for this outstanding achievement!