Canada has secured its spot in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and now the bracket has revealed what comes next. The Canadian side will meet the winner of a Netherlands vs. Morocco clash, with the knockout match set for July 4 in Houston at 1 p.m. ET.

The bracket and what it means

The Netherlands and Morocco are scheduled to face each other on June 29 in Monterrey, Mexico, in a Round of 32 matchup. The winner advances to meet Canada in Houston five days later.

For Canada, either matchup represents a chance to write new history. The 2026 tournament is the first edition to feature 48 teams, expanding from the previous 32-team format. That expansion, combined with co-hosting duties shared between Canada,…