The Round of 32 lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially confirmed following a dramatic final day of group stage action.

In Group J, Algeria and Austria played out a thrilling 3-3 draw, while Argentina wrapped up their campaign with a 3-1 victory over Jordan. The evening also saw DR Congo create history by reaching the knockout stage for the first time after defeating Uzbekistan 3-1.

FULL TIME: ALGERIA 3-3 AUSTRIA

FULL TIME: JORDAN 1-3 ARGENTINA

Austria snatched a dramatic equaliser in stoppage time as substitute Šaša Kalajdzić found the net with his first touch to revive their qualification hopes. But Riyad Mahrez’s late double for Algeria ensured the North Africans stayed alive in the competition, ultimately sealing their spot in the next round.

GOAL!!!!! ALGERIA 3-3 AUSTRIA

Kalajdzić’s late header rescued Austria, keeping their World Cup dream alive – at least momentarily.

GOAL!!!!!! ALGERIA 3-2 AUSTRIA

Mahrez struck again in stoppage time, netting his second of the night to seal a stunning result that saw Algeria progress and Iran advance as well.

GOAL!!!! JORDAN 1-3 ARGENTINA

Lionel Messi came off the bench and scored a trademark free-kick, taking his tally to six goals in the group stage and widening his lead in the race for the Golden Boot.

GOAL!!!! ALGERIA 2-2 AUSTRIA

Mahrez levelled the game earlier with a composed finish at the back post, temporarily putting Algeria in control of their qualification hopes.

GOAL!!! JORDAN 1-2 ARGENTINA

Jordan managed a consolation when Musa Al-Taamari pulled one back, marking a proud moment for the underdogs against the reigning champions.

GOAL!! ALGERIA 1-2 AUSTRIA

Marcel Sabitzer restored Austria’s lead with a sharp finish, keeping Ralf Rangnick’s side’s fate on a knife-edge.

HALF-TIME

At the break, Algeria’s position in Group J was enough for them to qualify, while Argentina led Jordan 2-0 thanks to goals from Lautaro Martínez and Giovani Lo Celso.

GOAL FOR ALGERIA

Rafik Belghali produced a moment of brilliance by weaving past defenders and rifling in a goal from a tight angle – a serious contender for goal of the tournament.

GOAL FOR ARGENTINA

Argentina extended their lead when Martínez calmly converted a penalty following a VAR review.

GOAL FOR AUSTRIA

Marko Arnautović gave Austria the lead earlier with a deft finish from close range.

GOAL FOR ARGENTINA

Lo Celso then doubled the advantage with a curling free-kick into the top corner.

As the dust settled, Algeria’s draw and Argentina’s win concluded Group J’s drama, sending both sides through to the Round of 32.

FULL TIME: DR CONGO 3-1 UZBEKISTAN

History was made in Atlanta as DR Congo qualified for the knockout stage for the first time ever. Yoane Wissa scored twice, and substitute Fiston Mayele added another as the Leopards came from behind to defeat Uzbekistan.

FULL TIME: COLOMBIA 0-0 PORTUGAL

Davinson Sánchez had a goal disallowed for offside as neither side managed to break the deadlock in Miami.

GOAL!!!! DR CONGO 3-1 UZBEKISTAN

Wissa completed his brace to confirm DR Congo’s progress, setting up a Round of 32 clash with England.

GOAL!!!!!!!!!!! DR CONGO 2-1 UZBEKISTAN

Mayele’s composed finish turned the game on its head, sending the Congolese fans into ecstasy as their team edged closer to qualification.

GOAL!!! DR CONGO 1-1 UZBEKISTAN

Wissa had earlier equalised from the penalty spot, keeping DR Congo’s hopes alive after Eldor Shomurodov’s opener for Uzbekistan.

FULL TIME: CROATIA 2-1 GHANA

FULL TIME: PANAMA 0-2 ENGLAND

Croatia came from behind to secure victory over Ghana, with Nikola Vlašić heading home Luka Modrić’s corner for the winner. In New York, England cruised past Panama 2-0, with Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane on the scoresheet. Kane’s goal made him England’s all-time leading World Cup scorer, surpassing Gary Lineker’s record.

GOAL!!!! CROATIA 2-1 GHANA

Vlašić’s header restored Croatia’s lead, ensuring they advanced from the group stage.

GOAL!!!! PANAMA 0-2 ENGLAND

Kane doubled England’s advantage, marking a historic personal milestone.

GOAL!!!! PANAMA 0-1 ENGLAND

Bellingham opened the scoring with a smart volley from Bukayo Saka’s corner.

With the group stage now complete, the knockout phase promises high-stakes football as traditional powerhouses and emerging nations prepare to battle for World Cup glory.