Multiple outlets outline possible match-ups for the World Cup knockout stage, looking ahead to fixtures that could take place after the final group games. The preview considers the likely tournament “routes” for teams as group standings are expected to determine who qualifies and where each team places in the bracket. Among the potential pairings discussed are games such as England vs Portugal and Germany vs Scotland, which would depend on how the teams finish in their respective groups. The coverage frames the scenarios as conditional, based on the outcomes of the remaining group matches, and focuses on how bracket positions translate into specific knockout opponents. While the exact fixtures are not confirmed before group results are finalized, the reporting emphasizes that knockout match-ups are set by the bracket structure and the final group standings. The previews also refer to a timetable leading to the knockout stage in July, indicating the tournament’s progression after the group phase concludes.