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World Cup 2026 · Group J · FIFA #3
Argentina
- Group
- J
- FIFA Rank
- #3
- Pot
- 1
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group J · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇦🇷 Argentina | #3 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇦🇹 Austria | #24 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇩🇿 Algeria | #28 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇯🇴 Jordan | #63 | 4 |
Argentina's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 01:00 UTC (next day)
🇦🇷 Argentina vs 🇩🇿 Algeria
Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead Stadium)
· Kansas City · capacity 76,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Algeria's team page →
Matchday 2 · 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Argentina vs 🇦🇹 Austria
Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium)
· Arlington · capacity 80,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Austria's team page →
Matchday 3 · 02:00 UTC (next day)
🇯🇴 Jordan vs 🇦🇷 Argentina
Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium)
· Arlington · capacity 80,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Jordan's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-4-2 out of possession
Pivot
Rodrigo De Paul
Attacking focus
Lionel Messi · Julián Álvarez
Identity
Defending champions running back the 2022 mid-block template with Messi at 39
Key players
Lionel Messi
Julián Álvarez
Lautaro Martínez
Rodrigo De Paul
Argentina at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 19 (incl. 2026) | Champion · 3× champion |
How to watch Argentina
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: TyC Sports · TV Pública
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Argentina
Argentina World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Argentina play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Argentina's tournament begins Jun 16, 2026 against Algeria at Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City (01:00 UTC (next day)).
Who is Argentina's coach at World Cup 2026?
Lionel Scaloni.
What group is Argentina in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group J with Austria, Algeria, Jordan.
What is Argentina's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#3 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 1.
Has Argentina ever reached a World Cup Champion?
Argentina's best finish is Champion, reached 3 times. They have appeared at 19 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Argentina's captain at World Cup 2026?
Lionel Messi.
Where can I watch Argentina's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; TyC Sports · TV Pública in Argentina.