Round of 32 Betting – the World Cup 2026 1/16 final

Knockout Stage · 28 Jun – 3 Jul

Sixteen win-or-go-home ties open the knockouts. Take live prices, To Qualify markets and cash-out on every fixture at RocketPlay.

1/16
Final
16
Ties
28 Jun
Starts
ET + Pens
If level
Format

The Round of 32 explained

With 48 teams, the knockouts open with a fresh round. Twelve group winners, twelve runners-up and the eight best third-placed sides — 32 in all — meet in 16 one-off ties. Level after 90 minutes means extra time, then penalties.

Odds

Round of 32 odds (1X2)

Projected pairings if the group stage ended today — confirm once the bracket is final.

England vs Cape Verde11.25X6.00211.0
Portugal vs Ghana11.45X4.2027.00
Spain vs Switzerland11.55X3.9026.00
Brazil vs Japan11.50X4.0026.50

Fixtures and odds for illustration only. 18+. T&Cs apply.

Markets

Markets for the 1/16 final

To Qualify
90-Minute Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Win in Extra Time
Penalty Shootout?
Correct Score
First Goalscorer
📣 Knockout tip: The 1X2 market settles on 90 minutes, so a draw price can win even if penalties decide the tie. To back a team to advance, use To Qualify.
Edge

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FAQ

Round of 32 betting — FAQ

When is the World Cup 2026 Round of 32?

The 1/16 final runs from 28 June to 3 July 2026 — the first knockout round of the expanded 48-team tournament.

What happens if a 1/16 final tie is level?

After 90 minutes level, 30 minutes of extra time is played, followed by a penalty shootout if still tied.

Which market backs a team to advance?

Use To Qualify. Match Winner (1X2) settles on 90 minutes only and can land on the draw.

Can I bet live during these matches?

Yes. RocketPlay offers in-play betting with real-time odds and cash-out on selected markets.

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