Group D produced major qualification developments at the FIFA World Cup 2026 as co-hosts USA secured their place in the Round of 32 with a comfortable victory over Australia. Meanwhile, Paraguay earned a crucial win against Turkey, eliminating the European side and keeping their own knockout hopes alive.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D Matchday Results
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| USA vs Australia | USA 2-0 Australia |
| Türkiye vs Paraguay | Türkiye 0-1 Paraguay |
USA 2-0 Australia
Key Match Moments
The United States became the latest team to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after defeating Australia 2-0.
The breakthrough arrived in the 11th minute when Cameron Burgess accidentally turned the ball into his own net, giving the co-hosts an early advantage.
USA continued to control possession and nearly doubled their lead on several occasions before finally finding a second goal just before halftime.
In the 43rd minute, Alex Freeman rose highest inside the penalty area and found the net. A VAR review followed, but the goal was eventually awarded, extending the American lead to 2-0.
Australia improved after the interval and created several opportunities to get back into the contest. However, the Socceroos were unable to find a breakthrough as the USA comfortably protected their advantage.
The victory secured the Americans a place in the knockout stage and guaranteed a top-two finish in Group D.
FIFA World Cup 2026 (Group D): USA vs Australia Official Match Stats
Goals Timeline
| Minute | Scorer |
|---|---|
| 11′ | Cameron Burgess (Australia, Own Goal) |
| 43′ | Alex Freeman (USA) |
Key Match Record
| Record | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualification | USA qualified for Round of 32 |
| Group Position | Guaranteed top-two finish |
Turkey 0-1 Paraguay
Key Match Moments
Paraguay kept their FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes alive with a disciplined victory over Turkey.
The decisive moment arrived almost immediately. In just the second minute, Matías Galarza finished clinically after excellent work from Julio Enciso to put Paraguay ahead.
Turkey responded positively and created several dangerous opportunities throughout the match. Muldur came closest before halftime when his header struck the woodwork.
Paraguay suffered a setback in first-half stoppage time when Miguel Almirón received a red card, forcing the South American side to play the entire second half with ten men.
Despite their numerical advantage, Turkey struggled to convert their chances. Yildiz and Montella’s side came close on multiple occasions, while Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill produced several crucial saves to preserve the lead.
Paraguay defended bravely during the closing stages to secure all three points and eliminate Turkey from the tournament.
FIFA World Cup 2026 (Group D): Turkey vs Paraguay Official Match Stats
Key Match Timeline
| Minute | Event |
|---|---|
| 2′ | Matías Galarza scores for Paraguay |
| 45+3′ | Miguel Almirón (Paraguay) sent off |
| Full Time | Paraguay win 1-0 |
Key Match Record
| Record | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tournament Status | Turkey eliminated |
| Paraguay Status | Qualification hopes remain alive |
| Red Card | Miguel Almirón |
FIFA World Cup 2026: Group D Complete Schedule
Matchday Summary
The United States booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after a professional 2-0 victory over Australia. Elsewhere, ten-man Paraguay held firm to defeat Turkey 1-0, a result that eliminated the Turkish side and ensured Group D qualification will be decided on the final matchday.