Archive · 7 Dec 2025
Argentina's 2026 World Cup Campaign
Argentina is getting ready for the 2026 World Cup.
They will start their campaign on June 16, 2026, against Algeria.
The draw for the World Cup happened in Washington DC on December 5, 2025.
Argentina is in Group J with Algeria, Austria, and Jordan.
The World Cup will have 48 teams, which is a new record.
The matches will be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
The final will be on July 19, 2026, in New Jersey.
US President Donald Trump was at the draw event and received a peace award from FIFA.
Argentina drawn in Group J with Algeria, Austria, and Jordan for the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina's opening match is scheduled for June 16, 2026, against Algeria in Kansas City.
The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams, the largest in history, with matches across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
US President Donald Trump attended the draw event and received FIFA's 'Peace Prize'.
The World Cup final is scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
- Who
- Argentina, FIFA, US President Donald Trump
- What
- 2026 FIFA World Cup draw and schedule announcement
- When
- December 5, 2025 (draw), June 16, 2026 (Argentina's opening match)
- Where
- Washington DC (draw), Various cities in the USA, Canada, and Mexico (matches)
- Why
- To determine the groups and schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- Event
- 2026 FIFA World Cup
- Argentina's Group
- Group J
- Opponents
- Algeria, Austria, Jordan
- Opening Match
- June 16, 2026
- Venue for Opening Match
- Kansas City
- Draw Location
- Washington DC
- Total Teams
- 48
- Total Matches
- 104
Sources
'He Will Decide And We Will Support': Lionel Scaloni Creates Suspense Around Leo Messi's Future As FIFA Announces 2026 World Cup Draws
Argentina coach vows to stick with winning formula at World Cup
FIFA World Cup 2026 full schedule announced: Argentina to open campaign on June 16; check full fixture list
