Argentina, Algeria, and Austria name lineups for final group stage matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 12:49 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The final matches of the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup take place today. Defending champions Argentina, who have already secured their place in the Round of 32 as the Group J winners, face Jordan, a team that has been eliminated from the tournament. Algeria and Austria meet in a crucial match for both teams, as they are tied on points. Austria, needing at least a draw, currently holds the advantage due to their goal difference after earlier fixtures.
- •Argentina faces Jordan, already eliminated from the tournament.
- •Algeria and Austria are tied on three points, both seeking advancement.
- •Austria needs just a draw to likely secure advancement.
- •Argentina looks to maintain momentum heading into the next round.
- 5:12 AMYahoo Sports — Group stage comes to an end and sets all World Cup last 32 match-ups
- 12:49 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Lineups named for Algeria vs Austria & Jordan vs Argentina
"Argentina's 3-1 win against debutants Jordan and Austria's thrilling 3-3 draw with Algeria completed the group stage of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday. With the definition of the eight best third-placed nations, all round of 32 match-ups have now been set.
"The final night for the last group to close the book on the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is ready and raring to go.Group J leaders and defending World Cup champions Argentina, along with Gol...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 5:12 AMGroup stage comes to an end and sets all World Cup last 32 match-ups
Argentina's 3-1 win against debutants Jordan and Austria's thrilling 3-3 draw with Algeria completed the group stage of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday. With the definition of the eight best third-placed nations, all round of 32 match-ups have now been set.
- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 12:49 AM🚨 Lineups named for Algeria vs Austria & Jordan vs Argentina
The final night for the last group to close the book on the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is ready and raring to go.Group J leaders and defending World Cup champions Argentina, along with Gol...
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