The Opta SuperComputer has released its predictions for which teams will advance from the Round of 16 to the quarter-finals at the 2026 World Cup. The matchups became official after the group stage concluded on Saturday morning.
Argentina will meet Egypt in one last-16 tie, while Switzerland takes on Colombia. Portugal and Spain face each other, with the USA scheduled to play Belgium in another pairing.
Morocco will clash with Canada, and Paraguay prepares to battle France. Brazil tackles Norway on Sunday, and Mexico meets England on Monday.
According to Opta's analysis, France stands as the strongest contender to reach the last eight with an 86.09% probability. Argentina follows at 78.90%, while Brazil's chances sit at 65.12%.
Spain has a 62.16% chance of progressing, with Morocco at 63.74%. England's path forward shows a 54.57% likelihood, Colombia at 52.92%, and the USA at 50.26%.
The supercomputer's projections are based on recent team performance, player form, and historical World Cup data. These predictions don't guarantee outcomes, as knockout football often produces unexpected results.
