Group J World Cup 2026: Teams, Schedule, Standings & Venues
Group J of the 2026 FIFA World Cup features four teams competing in a round-robin format during the group stage of football’s biggest tournament.
The expanded 48-team World Cup, hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, is divided into 12 groups, offering broader global representation and increased competitive diversity.
As the tournament approaches in June 2026, Group J brings together teams from four different confederations: CONMEBOL champions Argentina, UEFA representatives Austria, CAF contenders Algeria, and AFC debutants Jordan.
Can defending champions Argentina assert their dominance with a championship pedigree? How will Austria’s long-awaited return after decades away measure up against elite opposition?
Algeria aim to rekindle memories of past knockout success—can they disrupt the group hierarchy? Meanwhile, Jordan’s historic first appearance could deliver some of the tournament’s most memorable moments.
Below, we break down the teams, fixtures, standings, and venues for Group J at the 2026 World Cup.
Teams in Group J World Cup 2026
Group J of the 2026 FIFA World Cup consists of Argentina, Algeria, Austria, and Jordan.
Argentina
Argentina, the defending world champions from 2022, enter the 2026 FIFA World Cup aiming to secure a fourth title.
La Albiceleste qualified as winners of the CONMEBOL round-robin, underlining their continued dominance on the international stage.
Argentina will open their 2026 World Cup campaign against Algeria in Kansas City on June 16, 2026.
Algeria
Algeria qualified for their fifth FIFA World Cup appearance after finishing top of CAF Group G.
The Desert Foxes return to the global stage after a 12-year absence, having last featured in 2014, where they produced a memorable Round of 16 run.
Algeria will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign with a high-profile clash against defending champions Argentina on June 16, 2026, in Kansas City, setting up a challenging start to their group-stage journey.
Austria
Austria returns to the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1998, securing qualification by winning UEFA Group H.
The Das Team’s best-ever World Cup finish came in 1954, when they claimed third place, a historic achievement that remains their benchmark on the global stage.
Entering Group J, Austria are expected to be one of the tournament’s toughest opponents, aiming to reach the knockout stages for the first time in nearly seven decades.
Jordan
Jordan makes history by qualifying for their first-ever FIFA men’s World Cup, securing their place as runners-up in their AFC third-round qualifying group.
Entering the tournament as underdogs, Jordan are eager to prove they belong on the world stage.
They will begin their historic campaign with a Group J opener against Austria at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on June 16, 2026.
Group J World Cup 2026 Schedule
The Group J schedule spans from June 16 to June 27, 2026, with matches hosted in U.S. stadiums.
Group J Match Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time / ET |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 | Argentina vs. Algeria | Arrowhead Stadium | 8:00 p.m. local / 9:00 p.m. ET |
| June 16, 2026 | Austria vs. Jordan | Levi’s Stadium | 9:00 p.m. local / 12:00 a.m. ET (June 17) |
| June 22, 2026 | Argentina vs. Austria | AT&T Stadium | 12:00 p.m. local / 1:00 p.m. ET |
| June 22, 2026 | Jordan vs. Algeria | Levi’s Stadium | 8:00 p.m. local / 11:00 p.m. ET |
| June 27, 2026 | Algeria vs. Austria | AT&T Stadium | 9:00 p.m. local / 10:00 p.m. ET |
| June 27, 2026 | Jordan vs. Argentina | Arrowhead Stadium | 9:00 p.m. local / 10:00 p.m. ET |
Group J World Cup 2026 Standings
As the tournament has not begun, the standings table is blank. However, the qualification rules are clear: the top two teams in the group will automatically advance to the Round of 32.
Furthermore, the third-placed team also has a strong chance to progress, as the eight best third-place finishers from all twelve groups will fill out the knockout bracket.
Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw, and 0 for a loss.
Current Standings – Group J World Cup 2026
| Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Algeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Austria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Standings will be updated after each match.
Knockout Stage Path – Group J World Cup 2026
- Winner of Group J vs. Runner-up of Group H.
- Runner-up of Group J vs. Winner of Group H.
- Third-placed team of Group J vs. Winner of Group B, Group D, Group G, Group K, or Group L (if one of the eight best third-placed teams from the group stage).
Group J World Cup 2026 Venues
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group J matches will be played in four venues across the United States: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Levi’s Stadium in the San Francisco Bay Area (Santa Clara), and AT&T Stadium in Dallas (Arlington).
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, Missouri)
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, located in Kansas City, Missouri, will be referred to as Kansas City Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
With a seating capacity of 76,416, the venue is renowned for producing one of the loudest and most intense atmospheres in North American sports.
During the tournament, the stadium will host six matches, including two key Group J fixtures: the opening-night clash between defending champions Argentina and Algeria on June 16, followed by the Group J finale between Jordan and Argentina on June 27.
Levi’s Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area Stadium)
Levi’s Stadium, located in Santa Clara, California, is a modern, state-of-the-art venue with a seating capacity of approximately 68,000 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
For Group J, the stadium will host two group-stage matches, starting with Austria vs. Jordan on June 16, followed by Jordan vs. Algeria on June 22.
AT&T Stadium (Dallas/Arlington, Texas)
AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium), located in Arlington, Texas, is the largest-capacity venue at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accommodating approximately 94,000 spectators.
The stadium will play a major role in the tournament, hosting nine matches—more than any other venue—including a semi-final on July 14.
For Group J, AT&T Stadium will stage two marquee fixtures: Argentina vs Austria on June 22, followed by Algeria vs Austria on June 27.