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What we know about the Round of 32 World Cup schedule and teams so far
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
The 2026 World Cup group-stage games have more than lived up to the hype.
Now the action is about to get even better.
The Round of 32 is up next in the tournament, a new addition following the increase from 32 teams to 48. Eight of the 12 third-place teams have qualified, which will give so...
Key takeaway The Round of 32 is up next in the tournament, a new addition following the increase from 32 teams to 48.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
For Los Angeles residents, the 2026 World Cup's Round of 32 schedule is of particular interest, given the city's diverse population and strong soccer fan base. The fact that eight third-place teams have qualified for the next round means that some teams will face more favorable matchups, which could lead to exciting upsets. As the games run from June 28 to July 3, local fans can look forward to watching their favorite teams compete, including the USMNT, which has already secured a spot in the Round of 32 as Group D winners. With three games per day, except for a solo match on June 28, there will be plenty of opportunities for Angelenos to catch the action and cheer on their preferred teams. The presence of teams like Mexico and Brazil in the next round is likely to generate significant interest among local fans, given the large Latin American population in Los Angeles.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The 2026 World Cup group-stage games have more than lived up to the hype.
Now the action is about to get even better.
The Round of 32 is up next in the tournament, a new addition following the increase from 32 teams to 48. Eight of the 12 third-place teams have qualified, which will give so...
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