The latest Group J standings in the 2026 World Cup group stage after completing two matches in the opening round.
On 17 Jun 2026 GMT+7, the latest Group J standings in the 2026 World Cup group stage were updated after the first round of matches. Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 with a hat-trick from Lionel Messi, while Austria beat Jordan 3-1.
As a result, Argentina ranks first in the group with 3 points from 1 match and a +3 goal difference. Algeria sits fourth with 0 points from 1 match. Austria is second with 3 points from 1 match, and Jordan is third with 0 points from 1 match.
In the upcoming fixtures, "La Albiceleste," Argentina, will play Austria in the Group J second match on the night of 22 June at 00:00 Thailand time. Meanwhile, Algeria will face Jordan on 23 June at 10:00 Thailand time.