The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage continues on June 29 with three crucial Round of 32 fixtures, as football's biggest nations begin their quest for the title. With every match now a knockout, teams must win to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
FIFA World Cup 2026 – Match Schedule (29 June)
Here are the matches with dates and timings (IST):
- Brazil vs Japan – 29 June, 10:30 PM
- Germany vs Paraguay – 30 June, 2:00 AM
- Netherlands vs Morocco – 30 June, 6:30 AM
The day’s action kicks off with Brazil taking on Japan in what promises to be an exciting contest. Brazil, one of the tournament favourites, will look to assert their dominance, while Japan will aim to pull off a major upset.
In the second match, Germany faces Paraguay in a crucial late-night fixture. Germany, known for their strong performances in knockout stages, will be under pressure to deliver, while Paraguay will be eager to challenge the European giants.
The final game of the day features Netherlands against Morocco. Both teams have shown impressive form so far, making this clash one of the most anticipated encounters of the Round of 32.
As the tournament enters the knockout phase, every match becomes a do-or-die battle, with winners advancing and losers heading home.
Brazil vs Japan: Match Time, Venue
Match Time (IST): 10:30 PM
Venue: Houston Stadium, Houston
Germany vs Paraguay: Match Time, Venue
Match Time (IST): 2:00 AM
Venue: Boston Stadium, Foxborough
Netherlands vs Morocco: Match Time, Venue
Match Time (IST): 6:30 AM
Venue: Estadio Monterrey, Guadalupe
Where to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches on 28 June in India?
Football fans in India can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches live on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2 and Unite8 Sports 2 HD. Live streaming will be available through the ZEE5 app and website.
FAQs
1. Which matches are scheduled for June 29 in FIFA World Cup 2026?Brazil vs Japan, Germany vs Paraguay, and Netherlands vs Morocco are the key Round of 32 matches scheduled around June 29 (IST).
2. What stage of the tournament are these matches?
These matches are part of the Round of 32 knockout stage, where teams compete to qualify for the Round of 16.
3. What are the match timings in India (IST)?
Brazil vs Japan starts at 10:30 PM (June 29), Germany vs Paraguay at 2:00 AM, and Netherlands vs Morocco at 6:30 AM (June 30).
4. Where can I watch FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in India?
Fans can watch the matches live on Unite8 Sports TV channels, while online streaming is available on the ZEE5 app and website.
5. Why are these matches important?
These are knockout matches, meaning the losing team is eliminated, while the winners advance to the Round of 16, making every game a must-win encounter.
