Group D standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  United States | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Paraguay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Turkey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Australia
A win in their opening match would put Australia in a strong position to advance from Group D.
Turkey
An opening win over Australia would be a major statement and strengthen Turkey's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Australia | Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 24 | 29 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 7 | 3 |
| Best WC Finish | Round of 16 (2022) | Third place (2002) |
| Manager | Tony Popovic | Vincenzo Montella |
| How They Qualified | AFC 3rd Round — Group B runners-up | UEFA Playoff Path C winner |
| 2022 World Cup | Round of 16 — lost to Argentina | Did not qualify |
| Captain | Mathew Ryan | Hakan Çalhanoğlu |
Prediction
Australia 1 — 1 Turkey
Both teams are closely ranked (24th vs 29th). A tight match is expected.
Match facts
Australia have appeared at 7 World Cups. Turkey have appeared at 3.
Australia are ranked 24th in the world. Turkey are ranked 29th.
This match takes place at BC Place, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
BC Place · Vancouver · Capacity: 54,500
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