World Cup 2026 Group D fixtures are most definitely the most difficult to predict for fans. Even though there is a small gap between the different teams, USA, which is co-hosting the World Cup, will enjoy the support from home ground. For fans who already have their favourite team, you can get all the predictions on Sportpesa.
World Cup 2026 Group D fixtures bring an adrenaline rush among football fans as every team will bring an interesting tactic with an aim to win. Turkey will arrive with one of Europe’s most exciting young squads, Paraguay their defensive resilience trademark, while Australia will continue to push above its weight. Unlike other groups that have been dominated by a traditional heavyweight, Group D seeks to offer genuine hope to all four nations.
FIFA WC 2026 Group D: Teams
Group D teams are set to play a game in which the winner will be determined by overall wins and losses, rather than a single-elimination bracket. Here is how the team lineup looks.
| Team | Confederation | Description |
| United States (USA) | CONCACAF | Co-host nation of the FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Paraguay (PAR) | CONMEBOL | South American qualifier known for defensive strength |
| Australia (AUS) | AFC | Asian Football Confederation representative |
| Türkiye (TUR) | UEFA | European qualifier with a young, talented squad |
FIFA WC 2026 Group D: Team analysis
USA
The United States are in this tournament, bearing the weight of expectations of being co-hosts of the historic World Cup. Under the guidance of Mauricio Pochettino, the Americans have shown their potential, though with shaky consistency. The squad has carried different titles, including Europe-based talent, than any previous generation. Christian Pulisic remains the team’s biggest attacking threat, while Tyler Adams provides leadership in midfield. Weston McKennie, Giovanni Reyna, Folarin Balogun and Antonee Robinson give the side quality across the pitch.
USA full squad for FIFA WC 2026:
The United States’ full squad is very competitive, having a mix of homegrown talent and other European-based stars as shown below.
| Position | Player |
| Goal Keepers | Matt Turner, Matt Freese, Chris Brady, |
| Defender | Sergiño Dest, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Auston Trusty, Miles Robinson, Tim Ream, Alex Freeman, Mark McKenzie, Joe Scally |
| Midfielders | Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic, Sebastian Berhalter, Christian Roldan, Christian Roldan, Malik Tillman. |
| Forwards | Gio Reyna, Ricardo Pepi, Brenden Aaronson, Max Arfsten, Haji Wright, Folarin Balogun, Tim Weah, Alex Zendejas |
Paraguay
Very few teams embrace defensive organization and physical commitment quite like Paraguay. While Gustavo Alfaro is still their leader, La Albirroja has found a way in the team formation that opponents dread to compete with. They are very well disciplined and couple it with the willingness to turn any match into a battle of attrition.
Paraguay’s full squad for the FIFA WC 2026
Paraguay’s full squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is built on a strong defensive foundation and hard-working midfield structure, combined with attacking players capable of making a difference in tight matches, as shown below;
| Position | Player |
| Goalkeepers | Gatito Fernández, Orlando Gill, Gastón Olveira |
| Defenders | Gustavo Gómez, Júnior Alonso, Fabián Balbuena, Omar Alderete, Juan José Cáceres, Gustavo Velázquez, José Canale, Alexandro Maidana |
| Midfielders: | Miguel Almirón, Kaku, Andrés Cubas, Ramón Sosa, Diego Gómez, Braian Ojeda, Matías Galarza, Maurício |
| Forwards | Antonio Sanabria, Julio Enciso, Gabriel Ávalos, Álex Arce, Isidro Pitta, Gustavo Caballero |
Australia
Australia is one consistent nation away from the football powerhouses. This World Cup will be the sixth time the team has appeared. Captain Mathew Ryan who led Arsenal to winning the 2026 English Premier League, remains a dependable presence in goal, while Jackson Irvine and Harry Souttar’s leadership has made the team much more united and stronger.
Australia’s full squad for FIFA WC 2026
Australia’s full squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 brings together experienced leaders and emerging talent from top leagues around the world, hopeful of beating the other opponents. The table below shows the full Australia squad.
| Role | Players |
| Goalkeepers | Ryan (Levante), Izzo (Randers), Beach (Melbourne City). |
| Defenders | Behich (Melbourne City), Bos (Feynoord), Burgess (Swansea City), Circati (Parma), Degenek (APOEL), Geria (Albirex Niigata), Herrington (Colorado Rapids), Italiano (Grazer), Souttar (Leicester City), Trewin (New York City). |
| Midfielders | Devlin (Heart of Midlothian), Hrustic (Heracles Almelo), Irvine (St Pauli), Metcalfe (St Pauli), Okon-Englster (Sydney), O’Neill (New York City). |
| Forwards | Irankunda (Watford), Leckie (Melbourne City), Mabil (Castellon), Toure (Norwich City), Velupilly (Melbourne City), Volpato (Sassuolo), Yengi (Livingston/Machida Zelvia) |
Turkey
Following a very satisfactory qualification campaign, Turkey will enter the World Cup with renewed momentum. Vincenzo Montella has ensured that the team is well-talented and very willing and capable of defeating the stronger opponents. Much of the attention will focus on Real Madrid star Arda Guler and Juventus sensation Kenan Yildiz, two of the brightest young attacking players in world football. They are supported by an experienced core led by captain Hakan Calhanoglu and defender Merih Demiral.
Turkey full squad for FIFA WC 2026
Turkey’s full squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 features a balanced mix of experienced internationals and exciting young talent, as shown below.
| Role | Players |
| Goalkeepers | Altay Bayındır (Manchester United), Mert Günok (Fenerbahçe A.Ş.), Uğurcan Çakır (Galatasaray A.Ş.) |
| Defenders | Abdülkerim Bardakcı (Galatasaray A.Ş.), Çağlar Söyüncü (Fenerbahçe A.Ş.), Eren Elmalı (Galatasaray A.Ş.), Ferdi Kadıoğlu (Brighton & Hove Albion), Merih Demiral (Al-Ahli), Mert Müldür (Fenerbahçe A.Ş.), Ozan Kabak (TSG 1899 Hoffenheim), Samet Akaydın (Çaykur Rizespor A.Ş.), Zeki Çelik (AS Roma) |
| Midfielders | Hakan Çalhanoğlu (Internazionale), İsmail Yüksek (Fenerbahçe A.Ş.), Kaan Ayhan (Galatasaray A.Ş.), Orkun Kökçü (Beşiktaş A.Ş.), Salih Özcan (Borussia Dortmund) |
| Forwards | Arda Güler (Real Madrid), Barış Alper Yılmaz (Galatasaray A.Ş.), Can Uzun (Eintracht Frankfurt), Deniz Gül (FC Porto), İrfan Can Kahveci (Kasımpaşa A.Ş.), Kenan Yıldız (Juventus), Kerem Aktürkoğlu (Fenerbahçe A.Ş.), Oğuz Aydın (Fenerbahçe A.Ş.), Yunus Akgün (Galatasaray A.Ş.) |
World Cup Group D standings
The World Cup 2026 Group D standings show how each team is performing in the group stage based on points, wins, draws, and goal difference. The table is updated after every match and determines which teams advance to the knockout stage.
| Pos | Team | Pts | GP | W | L | D | GF | GA | GD |
| 1 | United States | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Paraguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Turkey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
FIFA WC 2026 Group D: Full schedule
FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D fixtures are spread across multiple matchdays, with each team playing three group-stage matches in a round-robin format. The schedule below shows all Group D fixtures, including dates, kickoff times, and venues where the United States, Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey will compete for a place in the knockout stage.
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Fri, Jun. 12 | 9 p.m. | United States vs. Paraguay | SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, CA) |
| Sun, Jun. 14 | 12 a.m. | Australia vs. Turkey | BC Place (Vancouver, CAN) |
| Sat, Jun. 20 | 12 a.m. | Turkey vs. Paraguay | Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA) |
| Fri, Jun. 19 | 3 p.m. | United States vs. Australia | Lumen Field (Seattle, WA) |
| Thu, Jun. 25 | 10 p.m. | Turkey vs. United States | SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, CA) |
| Thu, Jun. 25 | 10 p.m. | Paraguay vs. Australia | Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA) |
FAQs About World Cup 2026 Group D
Which teams are in World Cup 2026 Group D?
Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup consists of the United States, Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye
How does Group D qualification work?
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the top two teams in Group D will advance automatically to the Round of 32. They will be joined by the eight best third-placed finishers from across all 12 tournament groups.
Where can I check Group D standings?
For the most up-to-date FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D standings, results, fixtures, and qualification scenarios, visit SportPesa. SportPesa provides comprehensive coverage of Group D, including live table updates, match results, upcoming fixtures, team statistics, and analysis throughout the tournament.
When are Group D matches played?
Group D matches for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are played on June 12, June 13, June 19, June 20, and June 25. The exact fixtures and kickoff dates feature matchups across the United States, Australia, Türkiye, and Paraguay.
Conclusion
Group D promises to be one of the most competitive groups at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the United States, Turkiye, Australia, and Paraguay all capable of influencing the final standings. While the USMNT enters as the favorite, every match presents a unique challenge that could shape the race for qualification. The clash between the United States and Turkiye could ultimately determine who finishes top of the group. For the latest Group D standings, fixtures, results, and expert World Cup coverage, visit SportPesa and stay updated throughout the tournament.