FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16: Expect the expected or brace for upsets as debutants, giant-killers and favourites eye for last eight

Goliaths, debutants challenging champions and dramatic late winners, coupled with a pinch of VAR controversies, have defined the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, leaving 16 teams in contention for a coveted place in the quarterfinals.As the 2026 edition of the World Cup enters its m

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16: Expect the expected or brace for upsets as debutants, giant-killers and favourites eye for last eight

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