FIFA World Cup: Wednesday schedule, predictions and bracket update
News
England, Argentina and Belgium chase round of 16 spots as World Cup underdogs eye historic upsets.
The World Cup 2026 knockout stage is heating up as teams battle for a place in the last 16 of the tournament.
Footballing powers England, Argentina and Belgium are facing tough challenges in the last 32 while smaller nations are hoping to achieve historic upsets.
Details
England will take on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for the first time with the Three Lions looking to continue their journey towards the title. Argentina are also preparing for a tricky match against World Cup newcomers Cape Verde, who have already surprised many with their performances. And Belgium clashes with African powerhouse Senegal.
The tournament has produced plenty of talking points from player records and team predictions to unexpected off-field stories.
Analysis
What is the prediction for England vs DRC?
England face the DRC for the first time in their history as they look to book a place in the last 16.
The Three Lions have limited experience against African opposition at the World Cup. Their only previous knockout meeting ended in a comfortable 3-0 win over Senegal in 2022 while they also beat Egypt and Cameroon during their run to the semifinals in 1990.
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