Group D
4 teams competing for two round-of-32 spots
Teams
Group Analysis
Group D features co-hosts USA alongside Australia, Paraguay, and Türkiye. The United States, under Mauricio Pochettino, will be one of the most closely watched teams of the tournament with a young, exciting squad. Australia are appearing at their third consecutive World Cup with a settled squad. Paraguay return to the tournament after missing 2022, looking to recapture the form of their 2010 quarter-final run. Türkiye are back at the World Cup for the first time since 2002, with a talented young squad led by Arda Güler.
Favorites to Advance
- USA (home advantage, Pulisic)
- Australia (tournament experience)
Dark Horses
- Türkiye (Arda Güler, technical quality)
- Paraguay (defensive organization)
Predictions
1. USA, 2. Australia, 3. Türkiye, 4. Paraguay. The USA should top the group with home advantage and a talented squad. Australia should join them with their tournament experience. Türkiye's youth and Paraguay's spirit will make them competitive but likely fall short.
Head-to-Head History
USA and Australia have met once at the World Cup, in 2014 group stage, with the USA winning 2-1. USA and Türkiye have met at the 2002 group stage and the 2003 Confederations Cup. Paraguay and Australia have never met at the World Cup.