Knockout Phase Data Archive
World Cup 2026 Penalty Nights & Knockout Turns
An independent, scoreline-led record of the two historic Round of 32 penalty shootouts and the four early confirmed knockout matches that defined the initial bracket.
Featured Events
The Penalty Nights
The ultimate test of precision. These two matches could not be separated in regular and extra play, resulting in dramatic spot-kick decisions.
P: 3-4
Germany 1 vs 1 Paraguay
Shootout Outcome:
Paraguay advanced 4-3 on penalties
P: 2-3
Netherlands 1 vs 1 Morocco
Shootout Outcome:
Morocco advanced 3-2 on penalties
Additional Knockout Highlights
Direct outcomes from the initial set of fixtures within the tournament bracket snapshot.
South Africa 0 vs 1 Canada
Brazil 2 vs 1 Japan
Tournament Flow
Who Advanced & Next Routes
Confirmed progression vectors derived directly from the June 30th snapshot.
| Match Date | Confirmed Fixture Details | Next Milestone Route | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 July 2026 (19:00 CEST) | Canada vs Morocco | Quarter-final on 9 July | Confirmed R16 Match |
| 4 July 2026 (23:00 CEST) | Paraguay vs winner of France vs Sweden | Quarter-final on 9 July | Opponent Pending |
| 5 July 2026 (22:00 CEST) | Brazil vs winner of Ivory Coast vs Norway | Quarter-final on 11 July | Opponent Pending |