Argentina
Argentina enter Group J with obvious top-seed pressure and the expectation of leading the section. Their goal will be to stamp authority early and avoid letting the group turn into a drawn-out scrap.
As of April 3, 2026, Group J includes Argentina, Austria, Algeria, and Jordan. It is a section with a clear headline team, but the fight behind that favorite still looks sharp enough to keep all three matchdays relevant.
Argentina bring champion-level expectation, Austria add aggressive pressing, Algeria offer technical transition quality, and Jordan carry the discipline and belief of a side that has grown quickly on the international stage.
Group J Schedule
View All Matches →Below is the full 2026 FIFA World Cup Group J fixture list, including match dates, kickoff times, opponents, and venues.
June 17 • 01:00 UTC
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Argentina0 - 0
Algeria
June 17 • 04:00 UTC
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Austria0 - 0
Jordan
June 22 • 17:00 UTC
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Argentina0 - 0
Austria
June 23 • 03:00 UTC
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Jordan0 - 0
Algeria
June 28 • 02:00 UTC
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Jordan0 - 0
Argentina
June 28 • 02:00 UTC
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Algeria0 - 0
AustriaGroup J Standings
View All Standings →As of April 3, 2026, no Group J match has been played, so all four teams start level on zero points and zero goal difference. The table below will begin to separate once the section opens on June 17, 2026.
Group J
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Austria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Algeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Jordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group J Teams
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Austria bring energy, pressure, and a collective style that can make stronger teams uncomfortable. If they win duels and keep the tempo high, they can seriously challenge for direct qualification.
Algeria
Algeria remain dangerous whenever matches become open and transition-heavy. Their route in Group J depends on turning technical moments and attacking quality into enough points against the two main direct rivals.
Jordan
Jordan may not start as favorites, but their structure and recent rise mean they are not here to simply fill the group. Staying compact and efficient could keep them in the standings conversation longer than many expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of April 3, 2026, Group J includes Argentina, Austria, Algeria, and Jordan. The group was locked in after the FIFA World Cup 2026 final draw and the completion of the last qualification decisions.
The top two teams in Group J qualify directly for the Round of 32. The eight best third-placed teams across the 12 groups also advance in the expanded 48-team format.
As of April 3, 2026, the Group J standings are level because no match has been played yet. All four teams start on zero points, zero wins, and zero goal difference before the opening fixtures.
Group J opens on June 17, 2026 and the final round of group-stage fixtures is scheduled for June 28, 2026. Full kickoff times and venue links are listed in the schedule section above.