We’re in the final group stage matches of the FIFA World Cup 2022, and many big moments have unfolded. It’s safe to say that the World Cup has exceeded expectations, and we’ll be hoping to experience more in the coming games. Upsets and goals have abounded, and we’re only at the end of the group stage before the Round of 16 begins with some nations having qualified and the fixtures revealed.
Many elite teams have suffered their first defeats at the hands of underdogs, and this World Cup foreshadows more upsets to come as the event progresses. There are many nations aiming for a place in the knockout stages, but only a few have reached the round of 16. And it will be no surprise if more dark horses reach the knockout stage this time than the major nations.
The tournament is gradually taking shape with many players showcasing their old versions and the competition for the Golden Boot, Young Player Award, Player of the Tournament and Goalkeeper has begun. And with that, we mention the nations that have qualified for the Round of 16 and FIFA World Cup 2022 fixtures.
Qualified Teams for FIFA World Cup 2022 Round of 16 (Knockout)
Group A
Netherlands: Qualified as Group Winners
Ecuador: Qualified
Qatar: Eliminated
Senegal : Eliminated
Group B
England: Qualified as Group Winner
United States: Qualified
Wales : Eliminated
Iran : Eliminated
Group C
Argentina : Qualified as Group Winner
Poland : Qualified
Saudi Arabia : Eliminated
Mexico : Eliminated
Group D
France: Qualified as Group Winner
Australia: Qualified
Tunisia: Eliminated
Denmark: Eliminated
Group E
Japan: Qualified as Group Winner
Spain: Qualified
Costa Rica: Eliminated
Germany: Eliminated
Group F
Morocco: Qualified as Group Winner
Croatia: Qualified
Belgium: Eliminated
Canada: Eliminated
Group G
Brazil: Qualified as Group Winner
Switzerland: Qualified
Cameroon: Eliminated
Serbia: Eliminated
Group H
Portugal: Qualified as Group Winner
South Korea: Qualified
Ghana: Eliminated
Uruguay: Eliminated