Australia and Paraguay vie for knockout spot in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 11:06 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Australia and Paraguay clash on June 24 in their final Group D match of the 2026 World Cup. With the USA already securing the top spot and Turkey eliminated, the outcome will determine who claims second place. Australia began the group with a win over Turkey but lost to the USA, while Paraguay lost to the USA before beating Turkey. The winner will secure qualification, while a draw would leave both teams with four points, putting Australia in a better position based on goal difference. Paraguay would then await results from other matches to see if they rank as one of the best third-placed nations.
- •Match on June 24, 2026, between Australia and Paraguay.
- •Australia won its opener against Turkey; Paraguay lost to USA.
- •Australia lost to USA, while Paraguay defeated Turkey.
- •A win ensures qualification for the knockout stage.
- •A draw favors Australia due to better goal difference.
- 11:06 AMYahoo Sports — What do Australia and Paraguay need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group D?
"With USA sewing up top spot and Turkey already eliminated, Australia and Paraguay will vie for second place
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