30/06/2026 22:58 - Deportes
The exciting Round of 16 phase of the 2026 World Cup continues this Tuesday with crucial matches that will determine the next teams advancing to the quarterfinals. Argentina has already secured their place in the next round and awaits their opponent.
Round of 16 - MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
Kylian Mbappé was the standout performer with a brace in France's emphatic victory. The PSG striker now has 6 goals in the tournament and 18 World Cup goals in his career.
Goals: Mbappé (2), Barcola
France arrived with a perfect group stage record (3 wins, 10 goals scored, 2 conceded). They will face Paraguay in the quarterfinals.
Round of 16 - 22:00 Argentina time - Estadio Azteca
Ecuador faced logistical setbacks before the match: their flight was delayed over 3 hours, and the delegation arrived at their hotel at 20:20 instead of the scheduled 17:00.
Mexican fans staged a noisy serenade with fireworks outside Ecuador's hotel, prompting a formal complaint from the Ecuadorian Football Federation to tournament organizers.
Head coach Sebastián Beccacece stated he would not use these incidents as excuses.
| Match | Result | Venue | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil vs Japan | 2-1 | Houston | Brazil 🇧🇷 |
| Germany vs Paraguay | 1-1 (4-3 penalties) | Boston | Paraguay 🇵🇾 |
| Netherlands vs Morocco | 1-1 (2-3 penalties) | - | Morocco 🇲🇦 |
The Argentine National Team, having finished first in Group J with 9 points and a +5 goal difference, will face Cape Verde on Friday, July 3 at 19:00 in Miami for the Round of 16.
Lionel Messi has accumulated 6 goals in the tournament and 19 career World Cup goals. The captain was rested against Jordan, ending a streak of 24 consecutive starts.
Ryan Mendes, Cape Verde's captain, is under investigation for an alleged rape case in New Zealand, as reported days earlier.
In Argentina, the World Cup 2026 matches are broadcast on:
France vs Paraguay (eliminated Germany)
Brazil vs Winner of Ivory Coast/Norway (July 4)
Morocco vs Canada (July 4)
Argentina vs Cape Verde (July 3)
Sources: Ole, Clarín. All times are Argentina local time (ART, UTC-3).
Alfredo S. Quiroga
