England, USA, Belgium, Bosnia Advance as World Cup Round of 32 Delivers High Drama

England, the United States, Belgium and Bosnia and Herzegovina have all secured places in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic day of Round of 32 action. The four nations overcame determined opponents to keep their hopes of lifting football's biggest prize alive.

England produced a disciplined performance to defeat Ecuador, with the Three Lions combining defensive resilience and clinical finishing to book their place in the last eight. The victory keeps England on course for another deep World Cup run as they continue their pursuit of a first global title since 1966.

The United States also progressed after overcoming Mexico in a fiercely contested North American derby. Backed by a passionate home crowd, the Americans delivered another composed display to continue their impressive campaign and strengthen belief that they can challenge for the title on home soil.

Belgium booked their quarter-final spot with a hard-fought victory over Norway, relying on their experience and attacking quality to edge a competitive contest. Meanwhile, Bosnia and Herzegovina continued their remarkable World Cup journey by defeating Morocco, reaching the quarter-finals for the first time in the nation's history and extending one of the tournament's biggest surprise runs.

The results complete another memorable chapter in the expanded 48-team World Cup, where traditional powers have been tested by emerging football nations. With the quarter-finals now taking shape, the remaining contenders will battle for a place in the last four as the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy intensifies.