Inter Miami CF superstar Lionel Messi and Argentina learned their 2026 FIFA World Cup draw fate on Friday afternoon, placing in Group J alongside Algeria, Austria and Jordan.

Here’s the breakdown of what awaits the tournament's defending champions come June and July during the expanded, 48-team competition.

Who they drew

Algeria

FIFA World Ranking: 35

How they got here: CAF Group G winners

World Cup history: 4 previous appearances, including one Round of 16

Key players: Riyad Mahrez (F), Mohamed Amoura (F), Rayan Aït-Nouri (D)

Coach: Vladimir Petkovic

Austria

FIFA World Ranking: 24

How they got here: UEFA Group H winners

World Cup history: 7 previous appearances, including one third-place finish in 1954

Key players: David Alaba (D), Marcel Sabitzer (M), Konrad Laimer (M)

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