South Africa became the first team eliminated in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a group stage exit. The tournament featured 72 group stage matches, which produced several historic moments and upsets. As the knockout phase began, Argentina, France, and Mexico advanced with perfect records.
The list of nations eliminated during the Round of 32 phase includes teams that did not progress beyond the group stage, with South Africa confirmed as one of the first departures.
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