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Final day of group play at the World Cup sets the field for the round of 32
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 27, 2026
· 5 min read
The round of 32 at the World Cup is set, with the knockout stage getting underway Sunday as Canada plays South Africa in Southern California.The U.S. will face Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday in Santa Clara, California, while third co-host Mexico returns to its capital city to take on Ecuador on ...
Key takeaway Tournament favorite France goes back to the New York area to play Sweden on Tuesday, with the winner of that game going up against Germany or Paraguay in the round of 16.
Why this matters in Tomball News
Tomball residents with a passion for soccer are likely to be glued to their screens as the World Cup group play comes to a close. With the US team advancing to the round of 32, locals will be watching with interest as they face off against Bosnia-Herzegovina on July 1. The US team's momentum was stalled by a loss to Turkey, but they will be looking to regain their footing against a lower-ranked opponent. As the tournament heats up, Tomball's soccer fans will be cheering on their favorite teams and players, including US star Christian Pulisic, who recently returned to the field after a calf injury. The city's diverse community will also be interested in the fortunes of other teams, including Mexico and Canada, which have also advanced to the next round. As the World Cup continues, local soccer enthusiasts will be eagerly anticipating each match, hoping for exciting games and surprising upsets.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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