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The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is here! Michele Giannone and Eric Krakauer break down the final day of the group stage, including Colombia's statement performance to finish ahead of Portugal, the dramatic finish in Group J, Argentina's perfect group stage, and what the completed Round of 32 bracket tells us. Plus, they debate the tournament favorites, preview Canada vs. South Africa, and make their knockout stage predictions.0:00 Intro1:48 3 Big Things5:56 Group J Drama: Algeria & Austria Advance11:25 Messi Scores Again, Argentina Finish Perfect16:30 Colombia Wins Group K Over Portugal26:00 DR Congo’s Historic World Cup Run31:00 VAR Controversy: Colombia’s Disallowed Goal36:13 Group L Wrap Up, England Advances39:15 Round of 32 Bracket & Buy or Sell46:40 Golden Boot Race49:13 Canada vs. South Africa Preview58:10 Final Thoughts & Predictions