2026 World Cup: Two teams qualify for Round of 32

At least two countries have confirmed their places in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 after Friday’s matches.

Co-hosts USA booked their spot with a comfortable 2-0 win over Austria.

Cameron Burgess gave the Americans an 11th minute lead, before Alex Freeman doubled their lead before the break.

Mauricio Pochettino’s men had thrashed Paraguay 4-1 in their first game.

They join co-hosts Mexico, who were the first team to qualify for the knockouts.

Javier Aguirre’s men beat South Korea 1-0 to seal their place.