Belgium, England, France, Mexico, Norway, Canada, Brazil, Paraguay, and Morocco have qualified for the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. According to CNN Indonesia, Belgium advanced following a 3-2 comeback victory against Senegal, while England secured their place with a 2-1 win over DR Congo.
How did Belgium secure their 2026 World Cup Round of 16 spot?
Belgium, known as De Rode Duivels, completed a comeback against Senegal to advance to the next stage. The team trailed 0-2 before scoring two goals in a three-minute span late in the second half. Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans provided the goals to bring the score to 2-2.
The match moved into extra time where Belgium eventually secured the win. According to CNN Indonesia, Tielemans scored a penalty in the 120+5 minute to finalize the 3-2 scoreline against Senegal.
Youri Tielemans scored the decisive winning goal for Belgium in the final seconds of extra time (120+5′).
Which teams have advanced to the Round of 16?
Nine nations have now confirmed their places in the Round of 16. The list of qualified teams includes:
- Canada
- Brazil
- Paraguay
- Morocco
- Norway
- France
- Mexico
- England
- Belgium
Canada, Brazil, Paraguay, and Morocco had already ensured their places in the Round of 16.
How did England and France perform in their recent matches?
England secured their qualification with a 2-1 victory over DR Congo. Thomas Tuchel’s squad faced early pressure when Brian Cipenga scored for DR Congo. Harry Kane scored twice to overturn the deficit and ensure England’s progression.
France and Mexico showed different levels of dominance in their respective matches. France defeated Sweden with a 3-0 scoreline. Mexico maintained a clean sheet, winning 2-0 against Ecuador.
Norway also moved forward after a narrow 2-1 win over Ivory Coast. While France and Mexico recorded more convincing victories, teams like England and Norway had to navigate tighter scorelines to advance.
Match Performance Comparison
| Team | Result | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|
| France | 3-0 vs Sweden | Dominant victory |
| Mexico | 2-0 vs Ecuador | Clean sheet maintained |
| England | 2-1 vs DR Congo | Harry Kane brace |
| Belgium | 3-2 vs Senegal | Extra time winner |
Keep an eye on Harry Kane and Romelu Lukaku, as both players scored in their teams’ qualifying matches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the nine teams currently in the Round of 16?
The nine teams are Canada, Brazil, Paraguay, Morocco, Norway, France, Mexico, England, and Belgium.
How did Belgium win their match against Senegal?
Belgium came back from a 0-2 deficit to draw 2-2 in regulation time before winning 3-2 via a Youri Tielemans penalty in the 120+5 minute.
Did Harry Kane score in the match against DR Congo?
Yes, Harry Kane scored two goals (a brace) to lead England to a 2-1 victory.
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