World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Results: Morocco and France Advance

FIFA World Cup 2026 — Round of 16 Recap | July 4, 2026

Two nations punched their tickets to the quarterfinals on Saturday as Morocco and France delivered dominant performances in the Round of 16.

Morocco 3, Canada 0

Morocco put on a commanding display to eliminate host nation Canada in front of a stunned home crowd. The Atlas Lions were clinical throughout, running out convincing 3–0 winners to book their place in the quarterfinals. Canada, who had captured the hearts of fans across North America during the group stage, were unable to find an answer to Morocco's relentless pressure and finishing. It marks another historic milestone for Moroccan football as the team continues to cement its status as a global powerhouse.

France 1, Paraguay 0

Les Bleus edged past Paraguay in a tightly contested affair, with a single goal proving enough to send the defending favorites through. France were efficient if not spectacular, grinding out the result with the kind of composure that has characterized their tournament run. Paraguay, competing in their first World Cup knockout stage in years, gave a spirited performance but ultimately could not break down the French defense.

Both Morocco and France will now await their quarterfinal opponents as the 2026 FIFA World Cup — co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico — continues to deliver drama on the world stage.