World Cup: USA and Brazil advance to knockout stage, Turkey and Haiti face elimination
Two more teams have secured their spots in the Round of 16: five-time champion Brazil and host nation USA. Both won their second matches. Turkey and Haiti are on the brink of exit.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup saw two more teams book their tickets to the knockout stage on Wednesday. Five-time world champions Brazil and tournament co-host the United States both earned their second consecutive victories, advancing to the Round of 16.
Brazil, historically one of the most successful football nations, once again demonstrated their strength with a solid performance. Meanwhile, the U.S. team, co-hosting the tournament alongside Mexico, confirmed their status as a formidable football power, following Mexico's earlier qualification.
On the other hand, the national teams of Turkey and Haiti find themselves in a precarious position. Both sides have suffered defeats and are now facing likely elimination from the competition. Turkey has struggled to find form, while Haiti also endured a difficult match. Their fate will be determined by the remaining group stage results.
