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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)
· 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 The San Antonio
San Antonio soccer fans watching the World Cup knockout stage may notice that some teams have a more favorable path to the final four. For local viewers, the Inglewood Region is of particular interest, as it features the United States taking on Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32. If the US team advances, they will remain in the Pacific time zone until the semifinals, which could be an advantage in terms of travel and preparation. Meanwhile, the Foxborough Region presents a tough road for several highly-ranked teams, including the Netherlands and Morocco, who will face off in the Round of 32. San Antonio residents may be interested to see how these matchups play out, given the city's own strong soccer following and the presence of local teams that compete at various levels. The World Cup's knockout stage is sure to captivate local fans, who will be watching to see which teams emerge victorious.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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