The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues its Round of 16 matches on Tuesday, July 7, with Argentina facing Egypt and Switzerland taking on Colombia. Both games are scheduled to air on FOX, with all tournament matches available for live and on-demand streaming on FOX One.
Argentina enters its match against Egypt after a perfect 3-0-0 record in Group J, followed by a 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde in the round of 32. Lionel Messi, tied for the Golden Boot lead with seven goals, continues to be a central figure for the team. Argentina, the defending champion, is seeking its second consecutive World Cup title.
Egypt finished Group G with a 1-0-2 record and advanced past Australia in the round of 32 via a shootout, with Mohamed Salah leading their offensive efforts. Messi's early play around Egypt's defense could be a key indicator of the match's outcome.
Switzerland advanced through Group B with a 2-0-1 record and defeated Algeria 2-1 in the round of 32. Their opponent, Colombia, also secured a 2-0-1 record in Group K, including a draw with Portugal, before defeating Ghana 1-0 in their round of 32 fixture.
Granit Xhaka, the Swiss captain, is considered essential to his team's strategy. His ability to win possession and set up teammates in the attacking third, while also maintaining defensive solidity, will be crucial. Switzerland needs Xhaka to perform at a high level, as he did against Ghana, to advance to the quarterfinals.
All World Cup matches are broadcast on FOX and FS1, with every game streamed live and available on demand through FOX One.