The fixtures for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed after the completion of the Round of 32 matches, according to Vanguard Sports. Details regarding the venues and dates for these matches have also been released.

At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Morocco and Egypt have successfully advanced to the Round of 16, becoming two of the ten African nations competing in the tournament. They qualified from the initial round of 32 after completing the group stages, marking a significant achievement for African representation in the event.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, featuring 48 teams, 12 groups, and a new Round of 32. East African fans will need to adjust to the time difference, as North America is 7 to 10 hours behind Kampala, affecting the kickoff times for all 104 games, according to Guru8.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is underway, with several teams advancing to the round of 32 while others have been eliminated. This tournament marks the first expansion to 48 teams, accompanied by a new qualification system that allows more nations, including some third-placed teams, to progress to the knockout rounds, according to The Kenya Times.

DStv is set to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 matches this weekend, providing football fans with live coverage of the games. The service emphasizes its commitment to delivering every moment of the action directly to viewers' homes, aligning with its slogan, "Everything Can Wait," to encourage fans to tune in for the matches.

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 progresses to the Round of 16, several key matchups are highlighted, including a notable game between Spain and Portugal. These matches are anticipated to be highly competitive as teams vie for advancement in the tournament.