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Inside the World Cup knockout stage bracket: Some teams have an easier path than others
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 28, 2026
· 5 min read
If the World Cup was the NCAA basketball tournament, then teams like Morocco and the Netherlands would have some serious anger toward the selection and seeding committee right now. England, Mexico, Portugal and Spain might not be all that happy, either.Lionel Messi and Argentina, on the other han...
Key takeaway And FIFA doesn't reseed like some sports, so a couple lower seeds are certain to get into at least the Round of 16.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents following the World Cup, the knockout stage bracket offers an intriguing look at how teams are matched up. While the tournament is a global event, local soccer enthusiasts may be particularly interested in the paths of top-ranked teams like England, Mexico, and Portugal, which could face challenging matchups in the early rounds. The fact that lower-seeded teams are guaranteed to advance to the Round of 16 adds an element of unpredictability to the competition. As the tournament progresses, Terrell Hills fans will be watching to see how these teams navigate their respective regions, and whether any can make a deep run in the competition. With several European powerhouses, including France and Germany, potentially facing off in the early rounds, the stakes are high, and local fans will be eager to see which teams emerge victorious.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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