2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Which teams have qualified Round of 16 and what is the present status? Check all latest standings and all details

economictimes.indiatimes.com:

World Cup in Australia and New Zealand is reaching a crucial stage, as the 32 qualified national teams are vying for the 16 spots in the Round of 16. The tournament's bracket has been predetermined by FIFA, and after the group stage, it will be a no-second-chances, straight knockout battle from the Round of 16 onwards. The excitement and intensity are building as the teams compete for glory and a chance to advance further in the tournament.

Here's everything you need to know about the Round of 16. First, it is crucial to understand how teams qualify for each group stage. In the FIFA Women's World Cup group stage, the top two teams from each group move on to the knockout stage.

If teams have the same number of points, tiebreakers are used to decide which teams qualify. The tiebreakers are: Goal difference: The team with more goals scored than conceded will be ranked higher. Goals scored: The team with more goals scored will be ranked higher.

Head-to-head record: If two teams are still tied, their performance against each other will determine the higher-ranked team. Fair play points: If teams are still tied, fair play points are awarded based on cards received. Yellow cards earn 1 point, two yellow cards (indirect red card) earn 3 points, a direct red card earns 4 points, and a yellow card followed by a direct red card earns 5 points.

The team with fewer fair play points is ranked higher. Drawing of lots: If teams are still tied after considering fair play points, a drawing of lots will be used to determine the higher-ranked team. The two best third-placed teams also qualify for the knockout stage.