Day 14 World Cup 2026 Results: Mexico Perfect, Brazil and Morocco Advance, Switzerland Top Group B and South Africa Go Through

Day 14 of the 2026 World Cup brought the first major wave of final group-stage decisions. Mexico finished Group A with a perfect record, Switzerland beat Canada to win Group B, Brazil and Morocco advanced from Group C, and South Africa delivered one of the biggest qualification moments of the tournament by beating South Korea.

After two weeks of group-stage tension, the final matchday is now producing real consequences. Some teams are no longer playing for momentum. They are playing for survival, seeding, national history and a place in the Round of 32.

Mexico confirmed their authority at home. Switzerland showed tournament maturity. Canada lost but still advanced. Brazil handled pressure with a professional win. Morocco survived a wild match against Haiti. South Africa turned Group A upside down. Bosnia and Herzegovina did their job, but still face an anxious wait in the third-place picture.

Day 14 World Cup 2026 Results

• Switzerland 2-1 Canada
• Bosnia and Herzegovina 3-1 Qatar
• Morocco 4-2 Haiti
• Scotland 0-3 Brazil
• South Africa 1-0 South Korea
• Czechia 0-3 Mexico

Switzerland 2-1 Canada: Vargas and Manzambi Send Switzerland Top of Group B

Switzerland finished Group B on top after a 2-1 win over Canada in Vancouver, closing the group stage with seven points and confirming one of the most composed campaigns of the tournament so far.

The first half was tight and cautious, but Switzerland changed the match immediately after the break. Ruben Vargas scored just after halftime, and Johan Manzambi doubled the lead minutes later with a powerful finish that gave Switzerland control.

Canada responded through substitute Promise David in the 76th minute and pushed hard in the closing stages, but Switzerland held firm. Gregor Kobel made important late saves, and Murat Yakin’s team managed the final minutes with the kind of calm that usually matters in knockout football.

Switzerland Look Ready for the Knockout Stage

Switzerland did not need fireworks to win Group B. They needed structure, patience and execution.

They opened the tournament with a draw against Qatar, responded with a 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, and then beat Canada when first place was on the line. That progression matters. Switzerland improved as the group went on.

Vargas and Manzambi gave the team direct attacking production, while Kobel’s late saves protected the result. Switzerland now enter the Round of 32 as a group winner, with confidence and a full week to reset before the knockout stage.

Canada Lose, But Still Advance

Canada’s defeat did not stop the co-hosts from advancing to the Round of 32.

After a 1-1 draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina and a dominant 6-0 win over Qatar, Canada had already built a strong position. The loss to Switzerland cost them first place, but not qualification.

There was also an emotional layer around the match. Injured midfielder Ismaël Koné, who suffered a broken leg in the previous game, was present to support his teammates. Canada’s late push showed character, but Switzerland were sharper in the decisive moments.

Canada move on. But the knockout stage will demand more control than they showed in the second half against Switzerland.

Bosnia and Herzegovina 3-1 Qatar: Bosnia Win, Qatar Exit

Bosnia and Herzegovina did what they had to do. They beat Qatar 3-1 and kept their World Cup hopes alive, but their fate now depends on the wider third-place race.

Kerim Alajbegovic opened the scoring with a superb strike in the first half. Qatar then conceded an own goal through Yousef Abunada, giving Bosnia a 2-0 advantage. Hassan Al-Haydos pulled one back before halftime, but Bosnia eventually sealed the result through Ermin Mahmic late in the second half.

It was Bosnia’s first win of the tournament and their best attacking performance so far.

Bosnia Finish With Four Points, But Must Wait

Four points is usually a strong total for a third-placed team in this 48-team format, but Bosnia and Herzegovina cannot control everything now.

The draw against Canada gave them a base. The heavy defeat to Switzerland hurt their goal difference. The win over Qatar kept them alive. Now they must wait to see how the rest of the third-placed standings develop.

They did their job on Day 14. Whether it is enough will depend on the final results across the remaining groups.

Qatar Are Eliminated

Qatar’s tournament ended with another defeat.

After taking a point from Switzerland in their opening match, Qatar collapsed against Canada and then failed to recover against Bosnia and Herzegovina. They leave Group B with one point, defensive problems and too many moments where the match escaped their control.

The 3-1 loss confirmed their elimination and closed a difficult campaign.

Morocco 4-2 Haiti: Morocco Survive a Wild Match and Advance

Morocco are into the Round of 32, but Haiti made them work much harder than expected.

The 4-2 win in Atlanta was one of the most open and entertaining matches of Day 14. Haiti, already eliminated, played with freedom and shocked Morocco early. Lenny Joseph gave Haiti the lead after strong work from Jean-Kévin Duverne, turning the match into a test of Morocco’s composure.

Morocco responded with the attacking intensity they needed. They eventually took control, scored four times and secured second place in Group C behind Brazil on goal difference.

Morocco Advance, But Wanted First Place

Morocco’s coach Mohamed Ouahbi made clear after the match that qualification was not the only emotion. Morocco believe they can compete with anyone, but there was also disappointment at finishing second rather than first.

That reaction says a lot about how far Morocco have come. This is no longer a team happy just to advance. After reaching the semifinals in 2022 and now taking four points from Brazil and Scotland before beating Haiti, Morocco are thinking bigger.

The win over Haiti showed attacking firepower, but also defensive vulnerability. In the knockout stage, Morocco will need the ambition of this performance with more control.

Haiti Leave With Pride

Haiti were already eliminated, but they did not play like a team waiting to go home.

They attacked Morocco, scored twice and made one of the strongest teams in the group uncomfortable. The result did not change their tournament fate, but it changed the way their campaign will be remembered.

Haiti leave the World Cup without a place in the Round of 32, but with pride, energy and a final performance that showed real character.

Scotland 0-3 Brazil: Brazil Win Group C With Authority

Brazil entered the final matchday needing to confirm their control of Group C. They did exactly that.

The 3-0 win over Scotland gave Brazil first place in the group and a clean, professional finish to a group stage that had started with frustration. After drawing 1-1 with Morocco in their opening match, Brazil responded by beating Haiti 3-0 and then Scotland 3-0.

This was the kind of result Brazil needed: controlled, decisive and reassuring.

Brazil’s Response Since the Morocco Draw Has Been Strong

The opening draw raised questions. The next two matches answered many of them.

Brazil have now scored six goals in their last two games and conceded none. That is the kind of response expected from a title contender. The win over Scotland was not just about advancing. It was about restoring authority.

Brazil now move into the Round of 32 as Group C winners, with momentum and defensive stability.

Scotland Drop Into the Third-Place Picture

Scotland started the tournament well by beating Haiti, but defeats to Morocco and Brazil changed everything.

Three points may still be enough to stay alive depending on the final third-place ranking, but Scotland no longer control their destiny in the same way. The loss to Brazil was costly not only because of the result, but because of the goal difference.

Now Scotland must wait and hope the numbers fall their way.

South Africa 1-0 South Korea: South Africa Deliver a Historic Qualification Moment

South Africa produced one of the biggest stories of Day 14 by beating South Korea 1-0 and moving into second place in Group A.

After losing to Mexico in the opening match and drawing with Czechia, South Africa needed a result against South Korea. They got it. The 1-0 win pushed them to four points and sent them into the Round of 32 behind Mexico.

This was a massive moment for South African football and one of the strongest examples of how the expanded format creates late group-stage drama.

South Africa Take Their Chance

South Africa did not need a spectacular scoreline. They needed one goal, discipline and resilience.

They defended with concentration, took their opportunity and held on under pressure. In a group where South Korea looked well placed after the opening match, South Africa’s final-day win completely changed the table.

With four points, South Africa are through as Group A runners-up. That is a major achievement and one of the standout qualification stories of the tournament so far.

South Korea Must Wait

South Korea entered the final matchday in second place, but the defeat pushed them down to third.

They finish the group with three points and must now wait to see whether that is enough to qualify among the eight best third-placed teams. The problem is goal difference. A 1-0 loss to South Africa left them with a narrow but uncomfortable margin.

Their tournament is not necessarily over, but it is no longer in their hands.

Czechia 0-3 Mexico: Mexico Finish Perfect and Czechia Exit

Mexico closed Group A with a perfect record.

The 3-0 win over Czechia gave the hosts nine points from three matches, three wins, no goals conceded and one of the strongest group-stage campaigns of the tournament so far.

After a cautious first half, Mexico broke the game open in the second. Mateo Chávez scored the opener, Julián Quiñones added the second, and Álvaro Fidalgo finished the job deep into stoppage time.

It was a commanding end to the group stage for Mexico and another loud statement from a host nation.

Mexico Look Like a Serious Knockout Team

Mexico have been one of the most balanced teams in the World Cup so far.

They beat South Africa, edged South Korea and then defeated Czechia clearly. Three matches, three wins, no goals conceded. That is not just home energy. That is tournament control.

Guillermo Ochoa also had a special moment, making what could be his final World Cup appearance for Mexico. His late involvement and the ovation around it added emotion to a night that already belonged to the hosts.

Czechia Are Eliminated

Czechia needed a win and help from the other result. They got neither.

The defeat left them with one point and ended their World Cup campaign. They had moments of competitiveness earlier in the group, but against Mexico they could not create enough danger and were punished once the match opened up.

For Czechia, the tournament ends early. For Mexico, the dream grows louder.

Group A Final Picture: Mexico and South Africa Advance

Group A is now complete.

Mexico win the group with nine points and a perfect defensive record. South Africa finish second with four points after their decisive win over South Korea. South Korea drop to third with three points and must wait for the best third-placed ranking. Czechia are eliminated with one point.

For Mexico, this is the ideal start. For South Africa, it is a major qualification achievement. For South Korea, the waiting game begins.

Group B Final Picture: Switzerland and Canada Advance

Switzerland win Group B with seven points after beating Canada. Canada finish second with four points and also move into the Round of 32.

Bosnia and Herzegovina also end on four points, but Canada’s superior goal difference gives the co-hosts second place. Bosnia now wait in the third-place race. Qatar are eliminated with one point.

Switzerland showed growth across the group. Canada showed attacking power in the Qatar match and enough overall quality to advance. Bosnia did enough to stay hopeful, but not enough to control their own fate.

Group C Final Picture: Brazil and Morocco Advance

Brazil finish first in Group C, while Morocco take second place. Both end on seven points, but Brazil win the group on goal difference.

Scotland finish third with three points and must wait to see whether that total is enough among the best third-placed teams. Haiti are eliminated after three defeats.

Brazil look stronger now than they did after the opening match. Morocco look ambitious and dangerous. Scotland are left hoping. Haiti leave with pride.

Qualified Teams After Day 14

After the completion of Groups A, B and C, the list of confirmed Round of 32 teams continues to grow:

• Mexico
• South Africa
• Switzerland
• Canada
• Brazil
• Morocco
• United States
• Germany
• Argentina
• France
• Norway
• Colombia

Eliminated Teams After Day 14

The eliminated list also grows after the final matches in Groups A, B and C:

• Haiti
• Qatar
• Czechia
• Türkiye
• Tunisia
• Jordan
• Panama

Biggest Takeaways From Day 14

1. Mexico Are One of the Strongest Teams So Far

Three wins. Nine points. Zero goals conceded. Mexico have turned home advantage into real tournament authority.

2. South Africa Produced a Major Qualification Story

South Africa’s 1-0 win over South Korea changed Group A and sent them into the Round of 32. It was one of the most important results of the day.

3. Switzerland Are Growing at the Right Time

After a slow start against Qatar, Switzerland improved with each match and finished Group B on top.

4. Canada Advance, But With Work To Do

Canada are through, but the loss to Switzerland showed areas to improve before the knockout stage.

5. Brazil and Morocco Both Look Dangerous

Brazil win the group. Morocco finish second but remain ambitious. Group C may send two very serious teams into the knockout stage.

6. The Third-Place Race Is Getting Complicated

South Korea, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Scotland are now waiting on results from other groups. Three or four points may be enough, but goal difference could become decisive.

Final Analysis: Day 14 Turned the World Cup Into a Knockout Race

Day 14 was the moment the group stage started to close doors.

Mexico, South Africa, Switzerland, Canada, Brazil and Morocco moved forward. Qatar and Czechia joined the eliminated list. South Korea, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Scotland were pushed into the uncertainty of the best third-placed race.

This is the expanded World Cup at its most dramatic. More teams stay alive longer, but the final group games still carry brutal consequences.

Road to the World Cup continues, and Day 14 delivered the first full set of final group decisions: perfect Mexico, resilient South Africa, mature Switzerland, advancing Canada, powerful Brazil and ambitious Morocco are all moving on.