FIFA World Cup knockout round kicks off today

In FIFA World Cup, the Round of Sixteen is beginning from today. The knockout round is the second and final stage of the competition, following the group stage. 

The first match of the day will be played between France and Argentina in Kazan at 7.30 this evening while Uruguay will meet Portugal in Sochi later at 11.30 tonight.

Meanwhile, World



football’s governing body FIFA has announced that a new ball will be used for the knockout phase. The Adidas Telstar Mechta will replace the Telstar 18 used during the group stage of football’s biggest tournament.

The new red design reflects the host nation’s colours and the rising heat of the second half of the competition.