World Cup Round of 16 fixtures: Portugal vs Spain, Morocco vs Canada

Portugal edged Croatia 2-1 in extra time to book a Round of 16 clash with Spain at the 2026 World Cup, after Ivan Perišić’s early second-half header was cancelled by Cristiano Ronaldo’s penalty and Gonçalo Ramos’ late winner. The victory also saw VAR disallow Josko Gvardiol’s 113th‑minute equalizer for Croatia. Alongside the Portugal‑Spain tie, the confirmed last‑16 fixtures are USA versus Belgium, Morocco versus Canada, Paraguay versus France, Brazil versus Norway on Sunday, and Mexico versus England on Monday.

For Nigerian fans, the standout African match is Morocco’s encounter with Canada, offering a chance to back an African side still alive in the tournament. Although Nigeria did not qualify, the schedule lets viewers plan watch parties or streaming sessions for the high‑stakes games. Broadcasters in Nigeria typically carry the World Cup on satellite and cable sports channels; kick‑off times are usually in the late afternoon to evening West Africa Time, so viewers should check local listings for exact dates and channels.

The Brazil‑Norway and Mexico‑England games also draw interest due to the star power of Brazil’s attack and England’s rivalry with Mexico. Knowing the match‑ups helps fans decide which games to prioritize, set reminders, and engage in discussions about potential upsets or tactical battles.

Will you tune in to support Morocco’s African run, catch the Brazil‑Norway showdown, or follow the Mexico‑England rivalry as the tournament narrows to the quarter‑finals?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/03/2026-world-cup-six-round-of-16-fixtures-confirmed/