World Cup 2026 Group J Predictions — Who Advances?
Who qualifies from Group J? The teams are Algeria, Argentina, Austria, Jordan. This page tracks the closing-round fixtures and results, explains the 48-team qualification format, and lets you simulate the outcome yourself with a free bracket predictor.
Teams in Group J
AlgeriaArgentinaAustriaJordan
Fixtures & results
06-22Argentina v Austria13:00 ET
06-22Jordan v Algeria23:00 ET
How teams qualify (new 48-team format)
The top two teams in each group advance straight to the Round of 32. On top of that, the eight best third-placed teams across the 12 groups also go through — so finishing third can still be enough. That is the biggest change in the 2026 48-team format.
Simulate Group J yourself
Open the bracket predictor, set 1st / 2nd / 3rd for Group J, and click your way to the final.
FAQ
Which teams are in Group J?
Group J is made up of Algeria, Argentina, Austria, Jordan.
When does Group J play?
The closing-round fixtures are listed in the schedule above; dates and kickoff times update with the schedule.
How does Group J qualify?
The top two go straight through to the Round of 32, and one of the eight best third-placed teams can also advance — so third place in Group J may still be enough.