Co-hosts the USA get a winnable group but Türkiye's emerging talent makes second place a live contest.
The Group D Teams
United States FIFA #14 · CONCACAF
Co-hosts with a European-based core and home support; expected to top the group.
Türkiye FIFA #26 · UEFA
Exciting and improving, with Arda Güler and Hakan Çalhanoğlu pulling the strings.
Paraguay FIFA #39 · CONMEBOL
Hard-nosed and defensively disciplined — awkward opponents for anyone.
Australia FIFA #24 · AFC
Well-organised Socceroos who never make it easy, but light on goals.
TACTIX's Predicted Finish
Home advantage should see the USA through; Türkiye's flair gives them the edge for second in a tight race. The top two in every group reach the new Round of 32, and the eight best third-placed teams join them — so third place is far from the end of the road.
Key Fixture
United States vs Türkiye — the match most likely to settle Group D.
Group D FAQs
Who will win World Cup 2026 Group D?
TACTIX tips United States to top Group D, with Türkiye predicted to take the other automatic qualifying place.
Which teams are in World Cup 2026 Group D?
United States, Türkiye, Paraguay and Australia.
How do teams qualify from a World Cup 2026 group?
The top two from each of the 12 groups advance to the Round of 32, along with the eight best third-placed teams across the tournament.
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