2026 World Cup Round of 16: Brazil vs. Norway – Mexico vs. England

The second match of the day takes place in the night to Monday at 2:00 German time: Mexico then plays against England. For all four teams, it is now about reaching the quarterfinals – the significance of the matches is therefore at its maximum.

Mexico Challenges England

Mexico had advanced from the group stage not without effort, but had repeatedly shown offensive firepower. The Mexicans go into the match as an uncomfortable opponent and want to trip up the favorite.

England, on the other hand, counts among the broader circle of title contenders at this World Cup. The team has a deep squad and is considered one of the dark horses for the title. The duel with Mexico is a first serious test for the British in the knockout phase.

France and Morocco Already in the Quarterfinals

So far, the teams from France and Morocco have been confirmed as quarterfinalists. Both teams had won their Round of 16 matches earlier and are now waiting for their opponents from the remaining duels.

The constellation promises excitement: with Brazil and England, two absolute top nations of world football are still in the running. Norway and Mexico have the chance to shake up the established order and cause a sensation.

The matches will be covered in Deutschlandfunk's live ticker. This report was broadcast on 05.07.2026 on the Deutschlandfunk program. Football fans in Germany can follow the matches late in the evening and during the night.