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The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage concludes tonight with massive matches in Groups J and K. With the Last 32 already taking shape, here’s everything you need to know about the final group fixtures on June 27, 2026.
Group K: Colombia vs Portugal โ Battle for Top Spot
Two heavyweights collide at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami as Colombia (6 pts) take on Portugal (4 pts) in the marquee match of the night. Both teams have already secured their place in the Last 32, but the group winner gets a favorable matchup against a third-place team while the runner-up faces a tougher road ahead.
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, continues to rewrite history. He became the first player to score at six different World Cups after bagging a brace in Portugal’s 5-0 demolition of Uzbekistan. Tonight, if he scores, Colombia will become the 50th nation he has scored against at international level. He’s also set to make his 25th World Cup appearance, equaling Lothar Matthรคus’s record โ only Lionel Messi (28) has more.
Colombia have been rock solid, winning both matches 1-0 and 3-1 against DR Congo and Uzbekistan respectively. Daniel Muรฑoz could become just the second Colombian to score in all three group stage matches (after James Rodrรญguez in 2014), though he starts on the bench tonight.
Portugal XI: D. Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, Mendes; R. Neves, Vitinha; Neto, Fernandes, Fรฉlix; Ronaldo.
Colombia XI: Vargas; Arias, Sรกnchez, Lucumรญ, Machado; Puerta, Lerma, J. Arias; Rodrรญguez, Dรญaz, Cรณrdoba.
Portugal must win to claim top spot. A draw or loss means second place and a potentially harder knockout matchup.
Group K: DR Congo vs Uzbekistan โ Pride and a Slim Hope
In Atlanta, DR Congo (1 pt) faces Uzbekistan (0 pts) with both teams needing a win and results elsewhere to go their way. A victory for DR Congo would put them on 4 points, which could be enough to snatch one of the best third-place spots โ continuing an incredible African campaign that has already seen a record seven nations advance.
DR Congo made three changes, bringing in Noah Sadiki, Nathanael Mbuku, and Brian Cipenga. Uzbekistan, after their 5-0 thrashing by Portugal, made four changes hoping to end their tournament on a high note with their first-ever World Cup win.
Group J: Argentina vs Jordan โ Messi’s Final Group Game?
The reigning champions Argentina (6 pts) face Jordan (0 pts) at Dallas Stadium. Already qualified with a perfect record (3-0 vs Algeria, 2-0 vs Austria), Argentina will look to secure top spot with another commanding performance. Jordan, already eliminated, play for pride in their final match.
In the other Group J match, Algeria (3 pts) takes on Austria (3 pts) at Kansas City in a winner-takes-all battle for the second qualification spot. Both sit level on points with identical records โ the winner goes through, the loser goes home.
Group J & K Standings
| Group J | Pts | GD | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐ฆ๐ท Argentina | 6 | +5 | Qualified |
| ๐ฆ๐น Austria | 3 | 0 | Playing tonight |
| ๐ฉ๐ฟ Algeria | 3 | -2 | Playing tonight |
| ๐ฏ๐ด Jordan | 0 | -3 | Eliminated |
| Group K | Pts | GD | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ด Colombia | 6 | +3 | Qualified (playing) |
| ๐ต๐น Portugal | 4 | +5 | Qualified (playing) |
| ๐จ๐ฉ DR Congo | 1 | -1 | Playing tonight |
| ๐บ๐ฟ Uzbekistan | 0 | -7 | Playing tonight |
Already Qualified: The Last 32 Takes Shape
Several groups have already been decided. Here’s a quick look at who’s through:
- Group A: ๐ฒ๐ฝ Mexico (9 pts, group winners), ๐ฟ๐ฆ South Africa (4 pts)
- Group B: ๐จ๐ญ Switzerland (7 pts), ๐จ๐ฆ Canada & ๐ง๐ฆ Bosnia (4 pts each)
- Group C: ๐ง๐ท Brazil (7 pts), ๐ฒ๐ฆ Morocco (7 pts)
- Group D: ๐บ๐ธ USA (6 pts), ๐ฆ๐บ Australia & ๐ต๐พ Paraguay (4 pts each)
- Group E: ๐ฉ๐ช Germany & ๐จ๐ฎ Ivory Coast (6 pts each)
- Group F: ๐ณ๐ฑ Netherlands (7 pts), ๐ฏ๐ต Japan (5 pts)
- Group G: ๐ง๐ช Belgium & ๐ช๐ฌ Egypt (5 pts each)
- Group H: ๐ช๐ธ Spain (7 pts, group winners)
- Group I: ๐ซ๐ท France (9 pts, group winners), ๐ณ๐ด Norway (6 pts)
- Group L: ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ England (7 pts, group winners), ๐ญ๐ท Croatia (6 pts)
England & Croatia Seal Group L Spots
England secured top spot in Group L with a composed 2-0 win over Panama. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring in the second half before Harry Kane doubled the lead, sending Thomas Tuchel’s side through as group winners. They will face a third-place qualifier in the Last 32.
Croatia bounced back from their opening loss to England with a 2-1 victory over Ghana, courtesy of Nikola Vlasic’s decisive strike. The 2018 runners-up finish second in the group and advance to the knockout stage.
Key Storylines to Watch
- African dominance: A record seven African nations (South Africa, Morocco, Ivory Coast, Cape Verde, Senegal, Egypt, Ghana) have already advanced. DR Congo could make it eight.
- Ronaldo’s milestone watch: Playing in his record sixth World Cup, the 41-year-old needs one goal against Colombia to score against his 50th different nation.
- USA’s shock loss: The co-hosts finished Group D with 6 points despite a surprising 3-2 loss to Turkey in their final match.
- Messi watch: Argentina’s captain could feature in his final World Cup group stage match before the knockout rounds begin.
Looking Ahead: Last 32 Fixtures
Once tonight’s matches conclude, the Last 32 bracket will be set. Some tantalizing potential matchups are already emerging:
- The Netherlands and Brazil could face tricky opponents from the third-place qualifiers
- Japan vs Morocco headlines a potential clash between the tournament’s surprise packages
- Mexico vs South Africa could be an intriguing Group A rematch of their opener
When do the World Cup 2026 knockout rounds start?
The Last 32 (Round of 32) begins immediately after the group stage concludes, with matches scheduled from June 28-30 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
How many teams qualify from each group?
The top two teams from each of the 12 groups advance automatically. The eight best third-placed teams also progress to the Last 32, making a total of 32 knockout teams.
Which teams have already been eliminated?
Scotland, Czechia, Haiti, Qatar, Tunisia, New Zealand, Panama, and Iraq have been knocked out so far. More will follow after tonight’s matches.
Where can I watch the World Cup 2026?
In the US, matches are broadcast on Fox Sports and streamed on Fubo, YouTube TV, and Sling TV. Check local listings for Canada (TSN/CBC) and Mexico (Televisa/TV Azteca).
Is this Ronaldo’s last World Cup?
At 41 years old, this is almost certainly Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup appearance. He has stated he will retire from international football after the tournament, regardless of Portugal’s result.
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