FIFA World Cup Covering Indian football one story at a time, with roots in Chennaiyin blue and United red. Published at :July 4, 2026 at 8:34 PM Modified at :July 4, 2026 at 8:34 PM (Courtesy : Getty) With the group stage and the Round of 32 now complete, the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway with co-hosts Canada taking on Morocco in the opening fixture of the pre-quarterfinals. The match is scheduled to take place at Houston Stadium in Texas, United States, on July 4.