World Cup 2026 Round of 16 – Merino Sends Spain Through as Ronaldo Bows Out, and the Last 16 Wraps Up Tonight

The Round of 16 is almost done, and it delivered a night to remember in Dallas: Mikel Merino's stoppage-time strike sent Spain through and ended Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career, while Belgium ran riot against the USA.

Two ties remain tonight to complete the last eight. Here's your catch-up plus the action ahead — with odds straight from Chipstars.

Round of 16 So Far

Spain 1-0 Portugal (Round of 16) — A tense Iberian derby looked set for extra time until substitute Mikel Merino pounced in the 91st, finishing a quick Ferran Torres assist to send Spain through. Ronaldo, who had confirmed this was his last World Cup, bowed out after two efforts saved by Unai Simón.

Belgium 4-1 USA (Round of 16) — The Red Devils were ruthless, brushing the co-hosts aside with a four-goal display. The USA's run — and the last co-host standing — ends here.

Morocco 3-0 Canada, France 1-0 Paraguay, Norway 2-1 Brazil, England 3-2 Mexico — Morocco cruised, France edged through, Norway stunned the Brazilians, and England came from behind to see off ten-man Mexico in a five-goal thriller.

Tonight's Knockout Ties — Odds Inside

Argentina vs Egypt (18:00) — The champions are overwhelming favourites at 1.37, Egypt rank outsiders at 11.0, the draw at 4.95. Messi and company will expect to march on.

Switzerland vs Colombia (22:00) — A much tighter tie. Colombia the favourites at 2.31, Switzerland at 3.70, the draw at 3.15. The final quarter-final spot is on the line.

Coming Up — The Quarter-Finals

The last eight is taking shape, and the ties come thick and fast:

France vs Morocco (09.07, 22:00) — Les Bleus the strong favourites at 1.60, Morocco at 6.55, the draw at 3.90.

Spain vs Belgium (10.07, 21:00) — Spain favourites at 1.65, Belgium at 5.70, the draw at 4.00.

Norway vs England (11.07, 23:00) — A repeat of giant-killing form on both sides. England favourites at 1.89, Norway at 4.25, the draw at 3.70.

The winners of tonight's Argentina/Egypt and Switzerland/Colombia ties will complete the quarter-final line-up.

Where Things Stand

Spain, Belgium, France, Morocco, Norway and England are through to the quarter-finals, with two more places decided tonight. Brazil, Germany, the Netherlands, Croatia and now Portugal are the biggest names already out — Ronaldo's exit closing a remarkable chapter. From here it's win or go home, with the semi-finals in view.

The knockouts are exactly where the World Cup comes alive. Don't miss a moment.

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