FIFA World Cup 2026 in pictures: Best moments from Brazil's last-minute victory over Japan and Morocco's dramatic triumph over the Netherlands
The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage saw Brazil stage a thrilling 2-1 comeback win against Japan, while Paraguay and Morocco secured their Round of 16 berths through dramatic penalty shootout triumphs. Paraguay upset Germany 4-3 on penalties, an...
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Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Brazil v Japan - Fans gather in Sao Paulo - Sao Paulo, Brazil - June 29, 2026 A Brazil fan fan kisses a replica world cup trophy at the Heliopolis slum in Sao Paulo during the match REUTERS/Jean Carniel
The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage continued to deliver high drama on June 29, with Brazil producing a dramatic comeback, while Paraguay and Morocco booked their places in the Round of 16 after tense penalty shootout victories. Brazil came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 at Houston Stadium thanks to a stoppage-time winner, Paraguay stunned Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Boston, and Morocco edged the Netherlands 3-2 in another shootout following a 1-1 stalemate in Monterrey.
Here are the standout moments from an action-packed day in pictures.
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Brazil v Japan - Fans gather in Manaus - Manaus, Brazil - June 29, 2026 Brazil fans before the match REUTERS/Bruno KellySoccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Germany v Paraguay - Fans gather in Asuncion - Asuncion, Paraguay - June 29, 2026 Paraguay fan watches the match in Asuncion REUTERS/Cesar Olmedo
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Germany v Paraguay - Fans gather in Berlin - Sony Center, Berlin, Germany - June 29, 2026 A Germany fan reacts at the Sony Cente in Berlin during the match REUTERS/Maryam Majd Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Germany v Paraguay - Fans gather in Berlin - Sony Center, Berlin, Germany - June 29, 2026 A Germany fan with face paint at the Sony Cente in Berlin before the match REUTERS/Maryam Majd Morocco fans cheer before the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Dolores Ochoa) Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Brazil v Japan - Fans gather in Rio de Janeiro - Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - June 29, 2026 A Japan fan reacts as he watches the match at the fan zone REUTERS/Tita Barros
A Netherlands fan cheers before the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Dolores Ochoa)
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Moroccan fans celebrate following the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the Netherlands and Morocco in Guadalupe, near Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan)Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Brazil v Japan - Fans gather in Sao Paulo - Sao Paulo, Brazil - June 29, 2026 Brazil fans react at the Heliopolis slum in Sao Paulo during the match REUTERS/Jean Carniel Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - Brazil v Japan - Fans gather in Tokyo - Tokyo, Japan - June 30, 2026 Japan fans react at the Bee Bar in Tokyo during the match REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon The knockout stage resumes on June 30 with Ivory Coast taking on Norway at Dallas Stadium (1 p.m. ET), France facing Sweden at New York-New Jersey Stadium (5 p.m. ET), and Mexico meeting Ecuador at Mexico City Stadium (9 p.m. ET), with all three matches airing on FOX and FOX One.
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