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Alex Mott·24 June 2026
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Alex Mott·24 June 2026
The battle for places in the Round of 32 ramps up today as the final round of group-stage fixtures begins, with Brazil, Mexico and Switzerland all looking to finish the job and book their places in the knockout rounds.
Switzerland head into their final Group B match in a strong position after taking four points from their opening two games, including a victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina and a draw against Qatar.
Canada are also unbeaten and produced one of the most eye-catching results of the tournament so far when they thrashed Qatar 6-0. With both sides sitting on four points, a draw would be enough to send them both through.
Expect a competitive contest between two well-organised teams, but neither side may want to take unnecessary risks.
Our prediction: Switzerland 1-1 Canada
This is effectively a knockout match in Seattle.
Bosnia and Herzegovina drew with Canada in their opening game before losing to Switzerland, while Qatar earned a point against Switzerland before suffering a heavy 6-0 defeat to Canada. Both nations sit on one point and know only victory will realistically keep their World Cup dream alive.
Bosnia have shown slightly more attacking threat throughout the tournament and may just have enough quality to edge a tense encounter.
Our prediction: Bosnia 2-1 Qatar
Few expected Scotland to enter the final matchday with qualification firmly within their grasp.
A win over Haiti and a narrow defeat to Morocco have left Steve Clarke's side on three points, and they know another positive result could see them progress either automatically or as one of the best third-placed teams.
Standing in their way are five-time world champions Brazil. The Seleção remain unbeaten and have yet to concede more than once in a match, with their blend of experience and attacking flair making them one of the tournament favourites.
Scotland will fancy their chances of causing problems, but Brazil's quality should eventually shine through.
Our prediction: Scotland 0-2 Brazil
Morocco have put themselves in an excellent position heading into the final round of fixtures.
After earning a valuable point against Brazil and defeating Scotland, the Atlas Lions know victory against already-eliminated Haiti could be enough to secure top spot in Group C.
Haiti have battled hard throughout the tournament but have lost both matches and can no longer reach the knockout rounds.
Morocco's organisation and attacking quality should make the difference.
Our prediction: Morocco 3-0 Haiti
Mexico have been one of the most efficient teams of the group stage.
Victories over South Africa and Korea Republic have already secured their place in the knockout rounds, leaving them free to approach this match with confidence. Czechia, however, still have everything to play for and know a win could send them through depending on the outcome of the other Group A fixture.
Mexico may rotate slightly, but their quality should still be enough to avoid defeat.
Our prediction: Czechia 1-2 Mexico
This could be one of the most intriguing matches of the day.
Korea Republic followed their opening victory over Czechia with a draw against Mexico and know another positive result should be enough to reach the Round of 32. South Africa, meanwhile, need a win to keep their hopes alive after taking just one point from their first two matches.
Korea's pace and attacking quality, led by their experienced forward line, may prove decisive.
Our prediction: South Africa 1-2 Korea Republic
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Heung-min Son remains one of the most reliable performers on the international stage despite his struggles for club side LAFC this term.
Son has already played a key role in helping his nation move to the brink of qualification and his pace, movement and finishing make him a constant threat. Against a South African side that must push forward in search of victory, there should be space for Son to exploit on the counter-attack.
If Korea Republic are to make a deep run into the knockout rounds, expect their captain to be central to the story.
Brazil and Scotland will face each other for the fifth time in a World Cup. Only Argentina v Netherlands has been played more.
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