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The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 is beginning to take shape, and all eyes are on Brazil as they gear up for a decisive final group stage clash against Scotland. The outcome of this high-stakes match will determine whether Brazil inches closer to securing its place in the next round.
Currently, Brazil sits atop Group C with four points from its first two matches. A draw against Scotland will be enough to guarantee Brazil’s progression to the knockout stage. However, if Brazil wants to advance as the group winner, they must not only defeat Scotland but also hope that Morocco either draws or loses to Haiti; in the event of a points tie, goal differential will decide.
Should Brazil finish as the winner of Group C, their reward will be a Round of 32 showdown against the runner-up from Group F, and it will be either the Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden. If Brazil slips to second place in the group, they will face the Group F winner, most likely Germany, in the first knockout round.
Here’s a breakdown of the possible opponents Brazil could face in the Round of 32, depending on how the remaining group matches unfold.
More: Which nation will USA face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32?
If Brazil secures first place in Group C, they will advance to the Round of 32 to play the runner-up from Group F, which could be the Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden. If Brazil finishes second in their group, they will instead have to take on the Group F winner in their opening knockout match, most likely Germany.
If Brazil advances to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, they will play on either Monday, June 29, or Tuesday, June 30, depending if they win Group C or come in as runner-ups.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Who will Brazil play in the World Cup Round of 32? Possible opponents
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Currently, Brazil sits atop Group C with four points from its first two matches. A draw against Scotland will be enough to guarantee Brazil’s progression to the knockout stage. However, if Brazil wants to advance as the group winner, they must not only defeat Scotland but also hope that Morocco either draws or loses to Haiti; in the event of a points tie, goal differential will decide.
Should Brazil finish as the winner of Group C, their reward will be a Round of 32 showdown against the runner-up from Group F, and it will be either the Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden. If Brazil slips to second place in the group, they will face the Group F winner, most likely Germany, in the first knockout round.
Here’s a breakdown of the possible opponents Brazil could face in the Round of 32, depending on how the remaining group matches unfold.
More: Which nation will USA face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32?
Who will Brazil play in World Cup Round of 32?
If Brazil secures first place in Group C, they will advance to the Round of 32 to play the runner-up from Group F, which could be the Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden. If Brazil finishes second in their group, they will instead have to take on the Group F winner in their opening knockout match, most likely Germany.
- Group F: Germany, Sweden, Japan, Netherlands
When does Brazil play in World Cup Round of 32?
If Brazil advances to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, they will play on either Monday, June 29, or Tuesday, June 30, depending if they win Group C or come in as runner-ups.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Who will Brazil play in the World Cup Round of 32? Possible opponents
Continue reading...
