The 2026 World Cup Round of 32 continued on July 1 with three high-pressure knockout matches. England and Belgium both had to respond to difficult moments, while the United States won despite playing with ten men.
England 2-1 DR Congo
England beat DR Congo 2-1. It was not a smooth performance, but England found the key moments and avoided being dragged into a more dangerous finish.
The win sends England into a Round of 16 meeting with Mexico in Mexico City.
Belgium 3-2 Senegal, after extra time
Belgium and Senegal produced one of the round's best contests, with Belgium eventually winning 3-2 after extra time. Senegal pushed Belgium hard, but the Red Devils found the decisive extra-time response.
Belgium now faces the United States in one of the most attractive Round of 16 matchups.
United States 2-0 Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0. Even after a red card, the U.S. kept its defensive shape and completed a clean-sheet win.
The hosts now prepare for Belgium in Seattle, with suspension and lineup balance set to dominate the build-up.
Sources: ESPN World Cup fixtures and results, CBS Sports Round of 32 results