QtrendsWorld Cup 2026 knockout berths decided across multiple groups: Sweden advances with a draw against Japan, Australia secures a last-32 spot with a goalless draw against Paraguay, and Ecuador stuns Germany 2-1 in a major upset. The United States falls 3-2 to Turkey in stoppage time, while Ivory Coast reaches the knockout stage for the first time.
Sweden secured a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-1 draw with Japan in Group F. The result also sent Japan through to the last 32, while the Netherlands topped the group with a win over Tunisia. Both Sweden and Japan now face tough matchups in the next round.
Australia booked their place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay. The result was enough for the Socceroos to advance, while Paraguay must now wait on other group results to determine their fate. The match was a cautious affair with few clear chances for either side.
Turkey defeated the United States 3-2 with a last-gasp stoppage-time goal in a dead rubber group match. The US had already secured advancement to the knockout stage before the game. Despite the loss, the Americans look ahead to the next round, while Turkey exit the tournament with a memorable victory.
Ecuador pulled off a stunning 2-1 victory over Germany, marking one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 World Cup. The result exposed significant vulnerabilities in the German setup, while Ecuador emerged as potential dark horses. Ecuador's emotional coach even climbed into the stands to celebrate with his family after the final whistle.
Ivory Coast defeated Curacao 2-0, with Pepe scoring a brace to secure the team's first-ever World Cup knockout stage appearance. Curacao's debut World Cup campaign came to an end with the defeat. The result marks a historic milestone for Ivorian football.