Remaining group schedule, teams, as well as the best third-round group fixtures at the tournament in North America.After 48 matches in North America, it’s time for the final round of games in the group stage at World Cup 2026.Sixteen teams will be eliminated after these fixtures, with 32 nations heading through to the knockout stages.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe top two teams from each of the 12 groups – along with the eight best third-placed teams – will proceed to the next phase.Here are the top five “must-watch” matches in the second round of fixtures from June 24 until June 27. Neymar could return for Brazil against Scotland [Reuters]⚽️ Scotland vs BrazilMiami Stadium – Wednesday, 6pm (22:00 GMT)These two sides will meet at the World Cup for the fifth time and there’s plenty to play for in an intriguing encounter in Miami.Brazil are looking to secure their place in the knockout stages as group winners and are currently tied with Morocco on four points at the top of Group C.Scotland are aiming to escape the group for the first time at a major international tournament and know that a point will almost certainly guarantee a spot in the round of 32.Expect Group C to change a lot during these final fixtures, with Morocco taking on Haiti at the same time.If that isn’t enough, Brazil’s Neymar is also set to make his first appearance at this World Cup. Sweden have been unpredictable at this tournament [Raquel Cunha/Reuters]⚽️ Japan vs SwedenDallas Stadium – Thursday, 6pm (23:00 GMT)It’s difficult to predict which Sweden will turn up in Dallas on Thursday.Graham Potter’s side beat Tunisia 5-1 in their opening match of the World Cup, before losing by the same score to the Netherlands. Advertisement Japan have been entertaining to watch at this tournament and were in fine form during their 4-0 win over Tunisia at the weekend.Expect plenty of goals in this match and plenty of drama. The winner will secure a top-two finish in Group F, so there is a lo …
