FIFA World Cup 2026 Matchday 12: The race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 heats up on Monday as Groups I and J return to action with four crucial fixtures that could shape the next stage of the tournament. With qualification scenarios already coming into focus, several teams have a golden chance to secure early progression, while others are fighting to keep their World Cup dreams alive.One of the biggest clashes of Matchday 11 will see reigning champions Argentina face Austria in a high-stakes Group J showdown. Both sides enter the contest with a chance to seize control of the group and potentially lock in top spot. Argentina will be brimming with confidence after Lionel Messi’s stunning hat-trick against Algeria.The Albiceleste can seal their place as Group J winners if they defeat Austria and Jordan fail to overcome Algeria. Securing top spot would book Argentina a Round of 32 clash against the Group H runners-up in Miami on July 3. Austria, however, has plenty to play for as well. Ralf Rangnick’s side can climb to the summit of the group if they beat Argentina and Algeria fail to defeat Jordan, setting up a dramatic battle between two ambitious teams.The other Group J fixture carries equally high stakes as Jordan take on Algeria in San Francisco. Both nations are entering the contest after suffering defeats and know that anything less than a strong response could prove costly. Algeria face possible elimination if they lose to Jordan and Austria avoid defeat against Argentina. Jordan are staring at the same danger, as a loss combined with Argentina avoiding defeat would end their campaign.Group I also promises plenty of intrigue with two compelling contests on the schedule. France, led by Kylian Mbappe, will take on Iraq with qualification firmly within reach. Les Bleus have looked sharp so far and know a victory could move them one step closer to the knockout rounds. Iraq, meanwhile, will be desperate to claim their first points of the tournament and keep their hopes alive.Norway, one of the standout teams so far, will face African heavyweights Senegal in another pivotal encounter. The Norwegians have impressed with their form and consistency, but Senegal present a formidable challenge with their physicality and experience on the world stage. Like Iraq, Senegal are searching for their first points and will be determined to extend their stay at football’s biggest tournament.With qualification, elimination, and group supremacy all on the line, Monday’s fixtures promise another gripping chapter in FIFA World Cup 2026.FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 11: Venues and kickoff time Group J: Watch Argentina vs. Austria — Dallas Stadium (1 p.m. ET)Group I: Watch France vs Iraq — Philadelphia Stadium (5 p.m. ET)Group I: Watch Norway vs Senegal — New York New Jersey Stadium (8 p.m. ET)Group J: Watch Jordan vs Algeria — San Francisco Bay Stadium (11 p.m. ET, FS1, FOX One)How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live in USChannels: FOX, Fox Sports 1, Telemundo, Universo, Fubo, YT TV and HuluStreaming: Fox One, Peacock, DirecTV, FuboHow to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live in CanadaChannels/Streaming: TSN, CTV and RDS