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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JUNE 22: Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria at Dallas Stadium on June 22, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images)

Argentina has punched their ticket to the Round of 32 in the World Cup. If Algeria defeats Jordan, Argentina will officially win Group J.

Regardless, Argentina stands a good chance of winning the group thanks to the team’s six points. Argentina’s next game is the final Group Stage match versus Jordan on Saturday, June 27 at 10 p.m. Eastern.

Yet, the game may not impact Argentina’s standings. Argentina’s schedule for the next round has not been set but let’s examine the potential opponents.

The Athletic’s computer model gives Argentina a 99% chance to win Group J. This would mean Argentina’s Round of 32 match would be on July 3 in Miami.

Let’s take a look at Argentina’s potential opponents.

Argentina’s Round of 32 Opponent Will Likely Be Either Cape Verde or Saudi Arabia

Argentina’s opponent would be the Group H runner-up. Fan favorite Cape Verde has a 55% of facing Argentina in the Round of 32, per The Athletic.

Saudi Arabia has a 29% chance of taking on Lionel Messi in the next round, while Spain has a slim 10% chance of facing Argentina in what would be a heavyweight clash.