World Cup 2026 June 30 Schedule: Round of 16 Fixtures (M77–M79)
Published 30 June 2026 — live from the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage.
June 30, 2026 is the third day of the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 — three knockout ties decide who joins Canada, Paraguay, Morocco and Brazil in the Round of 8. FIFA lists Match 77, Match 78 and Match 79 on Tuesday across the United States and Mexico.
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June 30 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Round | Round of 16 |
| Matches | 3 (M77–M79) |
| Kickoff window | 12:00 – 19:00 local |
| Venues | Arlington, East Rutherford, Mexico City |
| Teams through so far | Canada, Paraguay, Morocco, Brazil |
After dramatic penalty shootouts and a stoppage-time winner on 29 June, the knockout stage continues with European heavyweights, African and Scandinavian contenders, and a co-host showdown at the Estadio Azteca.
Complete June 30 Schedule
| Match | Kickoff (local) | Fixture | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 12:00 | Ivory Coast vs Norway | AT&T Stadium | Arlington, Texas |
| 77 | 17:00 | France vs Sweden | MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, New Jersey |
| 79 | 19:00 | Mexico vs Ecuador | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City, Mexico |
Times follow FIFA's published local kickoff schedule. See the full Round of 16 list for M80–M88 (1–3 July).
Match Previews
M78 — Ivory Coast vs Norway (12:00, Arlington)
Ivory Coast topped Group I and beat Ecuador 1–0 in the opener. Norway finished third in Group G behind France and Senegal, advancing as one of the best third-place teams thanks to Erling Haaland's four goals.
The winner faces Brazil in Match 91 on 5 July at MetLife Stadium — Brazil advanced with a 2–1 win over Japan, sealed by Gabriel Martinelli in stoppage time.
M77 — France vs Sweden (17:00, East Rutherford)
France won Group G with three wins, including a 4–1 demolition of Norway in the groups. Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé (four goals each) headline the attack. Sweden advanced as a third-placed side after a 5–1 opening win over Tunisia.
The winner meets Paraguay in Match 89 on 4 July in Philadelphia. Paraguay knocked out Germany on penalties after a 1–1 draw on 29 June.
Read the full France vs Sweden preview.
M79 — Mexico vs Ecuador (19:00, Mexico City)
Co-host Mexico topped Group F; Ecuador qualified in third place from Group I. A passionate Azteca crowd could lift El Tri into a Round of 8 tie (Match 92, 5 July) against the winner of England vs DR Congo (M80, 1 July).
What Happens After June 30
| Date | Round of 16 matches |
|---|---|
| 1 Jul | M80, M81, M82 |
| 2 Jul | M83, M84, M85 |
| 3 Jul | M86, M87, M88 |
The Round of 8 begins 4 July — including Canada vs Morocco (M90), the first confirmed last-16 clash after 29 June results.
FAQ
How many World Cup matches are on June 30, 2026?
Three Round of 16 fixtures: M77, M78 and M79.
Where is France vs Sweden on June 30?
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey — the same venue hosting the World Cup 2026 Final on 19 July.
Which teams have already qualified for the Round of 8?
Canada (M73), Paraguay (M74), Morocco (M75) and Brazil (M76). See the knockout bracket update.