World Cup Knockout Stage Begins

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

The World Cup knockout stage is here, kicking off Sunday, June 28th, with 48 teams battling in a single-elimination frenzy toward the July 19th final. After a grueling group stage, only the top two from each group — plus lucky third-place teams — punched their tickets, setting the stage for high-stakes drama. Powerhouses like Mexico, Germany, Brazil, and England are locked in, but surprises are guaranteed as underdogs rise and legends fall. With every match a do-or-die showdown, fans are glued to projections and debates — because in this expanded tournament, every game could rewrite history…