England vs Portugal? Germany vs Scotland? Every potential knockout stage fixture!

As we head towards the final World Cup group games, it's time to start looking ahead to the knockout stages and potential routes to the final in New Jersey.

Who could face who in the last 32? How are the potential routes to the final shaping up? Is there a more difficult side of the draw?

There are still plenty of twists and turns to come but here's an early look at how the last 32 and how the rest of the tournament is shaping up, as things stand...

Thomas Tuchel's side are on course to top their group after an opening win over Croatia.

However, England will be hoping Portugal can improve from their opening draw against DR Congo.

As things stand, the Three Lions are on course for a last-32 clash with Cristiano Ronaldo and co before a potential last-16 tie with co-hosts Mexico in Mexico City.

France or Brazil are potential last eight opponents, while holders Argentina and Lionel Messi could lie in wait in the semi-finals.

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And then how about Spain in the final? As thngs stand, England will have to do it the hard away if they are to win a first World Cup since 1966.