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What happens if USA finishes 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th in the group?
These are USA's paths at the 2026 World Cup depending on how Group D ends. The matchups come from the official FIFA bracket.
If USA wins Group D (1st)
They would reach the Round of 32 (match 81) and play against one of the 8 best third-placed teams.
If USA finishes 2nd in Group D
They would reach the Round of 32 (match 88) and play against the runner-up of Group G.
Belgium
Egypt
Iran
New ZealandIf USA finishes 3rd in Group D
They only advance if they finish among the 8 best third-placed teams. If so, they would play the winner of Group E, I or K (depending on which other thirds qualify).
If USA finishes 4th in Group D
They would be eliminated in the group stage: 4th place does not advance.