Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup pairs reigning champion Argentina with Austria, Algeria, and a Jordan side making its first ever World Cup appearance. The matches split across Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, and Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, opening on Tuesday, June 16, with Argentina versus Algeria at Arrowhead, then closing with simultaneous matches on Saturday, June 27, when Argentina meets Jordan in Arlington and Austria faces Algeria in Kansas City. With Lionel Messi defending the title and Jordan playing its debut match, the group has a clear story line for every match.
To help you follow every match, we built a free Group J 2026 World Cup Printable Schedule (PDF). The low-ink design fits all 6 group-stage games plus the full knockout round dates on a single sheet, so you can pin it to the fridge and still read it from across the room.
Group J Match Schedule and Standings
Every Group J match is at a U.S. venue, rotating through Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, and Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. The top two finishers automatically advance to the knockout rounds, while the third-place team will hope to finish among the eight best thirds across all 12 groups to grab one of the remaining Round of 32 spots.
Group J 2026 World Cup Schedule
All times listed in US Eastern Time (ET).
| Date | Matchup | Venue | Kickoff (ET) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jun 16 | Argentina vs Algeria | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City | 9:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Wed, Jun 17 | Austria vs Jordan | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara | 12:00 AM ET | FS1 |
| Mon, Jun 22 | Argentina vs Austria | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | 1:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Mon, Jun 22 | Algeria vs Jordan | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara | 11:00 PM ET | FS1 |
| Sat, Jun 27 | Argentina vs Jordan | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | 10:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Sat, Jun 27 | Austria vs Algeria | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City | 10:00 PM ET | FS1 |
All US English-language coverage on the FOX family of networks. Spanish-language coverage on Telemundo. The two final matchday games on June 27 kick off at the same time, which is standard FIFA practice to keep results unknown until both games are underway.
The Path to the Final: Group J Knockout Scenarios
The group stage does not end Group J’s run on June 27. The top two finishers, plus a possible third-place advancer, move into the single-elimination Round of 32. Here is the path a Group J team must take to reach the final in New York/New Jersey:
- Round of 32: July 2 – July 7, 2026
- Round of 16: July 9 – July 12, 2026
- Quarterfinals: July 14 – July 15, 2026
- Semifinals: July 17 – July 18, 2026
- World Cup Final: July 19, 2026 (MetLife Stadium)
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Download the Group J Printable World Cup Schedule (PDF)
Our low-ink printable PDF is built to be sharp and easy to read while saving your printer cartridges. It includes the Group J schedule followed by the full knockout round dates, all on a single sheet for easy tracking.
2026 World Cup Resources and Hub
Stay updated with everything happening across the tournament. Check out our specialized guides:
- 2026 World Cup Portal Hub: Every team, every group, one page.
- Printable 2026 World Cup Bracket: The full 48-team master bracket.
- Printable 2026 World Cup Brackets Groups Filled In: The 48-team bracket with all groups pre-filled.
- Ink Saver 2026 World Cup Bracket: Black and white designs for easier printing.
Frequently Asked Questions (Group J World Cup Schedule)
- Where are the Group J games being played? Every Group J match is at a U.S. venue, with two each at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, and Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. For a stadium-by-stadium breakdown, check the official FIFA venue guide.
- Which two teams are favorites to win Group J? Based on current FIFA rankings and as the defending champions, Argentina is the clear favorite. Austria brings strong European form and could push for second, while Algeria returns after missing 2022 and Jordan plays its debut match in the men’s World Cup.
- Can I get a printable schedule for just Group J? Yes. We offer a free, low-ink printable PDF of the Group J 6-match schedule (plus knockout round dates) right here at SportsBrackets.net. Use the sky blue download button above.
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