The FIFA World Cup 2026 is in full swing, and today, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, marks another thrilling day in the newly expanded Round of 32! As the excitement builds across North America, fans are treated to a trio of high-stakes knockout matches as teams battle for a coveted spot in the Round of 16.
Here’s what’s on the docket for today:
Round of 32 Matchups – Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The intensity of the knockout stage promises drama with three crucial matches across the United States. While specific teams are still being determined by their group stage performances, these matchups represent the clash of group winners against the best third-placed teams from other groups, ensuring every game is a must-watch affair.
**12:00 PM ET: Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta**
This afternoon, the Winner of Group L will face off against one of the best third-placed teams from Groups E, H, I, J, or K. Expect a tactical battle as a top-seeded team looks to assert dominance against a motivated dark horse. This is where strategic play and individual brilliance truly shine!
* **Where to Watch:**
* **USA:** FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish). Streaming: FOX One, FOX Sports App (English), Peacock, ViX (Spanish).
* **Canada:** TSN. Streaming: TSN.ca, TSN App. French-language: RDS.
* **Mexico:** TelevisaUnivision (Canal 5, Canal 9, Las Estrellas, TUDN), TV Azteca (Azteca Uno, Azteca 7). Streaming: ViX, TUDN En Vivo, TV Azteca En Vivo, Azteca Deportes En Vivo.
**4:00 PM ET: Seattle Stadium, Seattle**
Later today, the Winner of Group G will take on a formidable challenge from a third-placed team hailing from Groups A, E, H, I, or J. Seattle's passionate football atmosphere is sure to electrify this encounter, pushing both sides to their limits in pursuit of progression.
* **Where to Watch:**
* **USA:** FS1 (English), Universo (Spanish). Streaming: FOX One, FOX Sports App (English), Peacock, ViX (Spanish).
* **Canada:** TSN. Streaming: TSN.ca, TSN App. French-language: RDS.
* **Mexico:** TelevisaUnivision (Canal 5, Canal 9, Las Estrellas, TUDN), TV Azteca (Azteca Uno, Azteca 7). Streaming: ViX, TUDN En Vivo, TV Azteca En Vivo, Azteca Deportes En Vivo.
**8:00 PM ET: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara**
To cap off the day, the Winner of Group D will face one of the best third-placed teams from Groups B, E, F, I, or J. Under the lights of the Bay Area, this evening match promises to be a thrilling conclusion to today's Round of 32 action, with everything on the line.
* **Where to Watch:**
* **USA:** FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish). Streaming: FOX One, FOX Sports App (English), Peacock, ViX (Spanish).
* **Canada:** TSN. Streaming: TSN.ca, TSN App. French-language: RDS.
* **Mexico:** TelevisaUnivision (Canal 5, Canal 9, Las Estrellas, TUDN), TV Azteca (Azteca Uno, Azteca 7). Streaming: ViX, TUDN En Vivo, TV Azteca En Vivo, Azteca Deportes En Vivo.
Stadium Spotlight
Let's take a closer look at the magnificent venues hosting today's knockout matches:
Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta — Photo: Atlanta Falcons / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)
Built: 2017
Capacity: 71,000 (expandable to 75,000 for major events)
Notable: Features a revolutionary retractable roof that opens and closes like a camera aperture, and boasts a 360-degree "Halo Board" LED screen. It is also the first LEED Platinum certified professional sports stadium.
Notable: Known for its distinctive roof design that traps and amplifies crowd noise, making it one of the loudest stadiums in sports, and offers stunning views of the downtown Seattle skyline.
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara (Levi's Stadium)
Levi's Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area — Photo: U.S. Customs and Border Protection / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
Built: 2014
Capacity: 68,827 (World Cup capacity)
Notable: A high-tech, environmentally friendly venue, it was the first NFL stadium to achieve LEED Gold certification, featuring a green roof and solar panels that generate significant energy.
