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2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 wraps up Tuesday with Messi and Salah
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to a close in less than two weeks. Tuesday is the end of the Round of 16. Argentina plays Egypt in Atlanta at 11 a.m. CST. Colombia plays Switzerland at 3 p.m. in Vancouver. The winners are headed to a Saturday night quarterfinal in Kansas City against each other. Al...
Key takeaway Argentina plays Egypt in Atlanta at 11 a.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The 2026 FIFA World Cup's presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth area has already made a lasting impact, with Egypt's penalty-kick win over Australia at Dallas Stadium last week being a notable highlight. The fact that Egypt's captain, Mohamed Salah, was part of a meeting with Dallas police, where they apologized for an incident at Egypt's hotel in Dallas, shows that the tournament has not only brought exciting football to the region but also sparked important conversations. As the Round of 16 comes to a close, local fans will be keeping a close eye on the winners, who will head to a quarterfinal in Kansas City, and wondering what other memorable moments the tournament has in store. With the World Cup's global spotlight shining on the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the community has a unique opportunity to showcase its hospitality and enthusiasm for the beautiful game.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to a close in less than two weeks. Tuesday is the end of the Round of 16. Argentina plays Egypt in Atlanta at 11 a.m. CST. Colombia plays Switzerland at 3 p.m. in Vancouver. The winners are headed to a Saturday night quarterfinal in Kansas City against each other. Al...
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