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Welcome to The Athletic’s 2026 World Cup tactical group guides, walking you through the key battles on the pitch, the players to look out for, and the fun facts to impress your friends ahead of the tournament.
Argentina opens its title defense against Algeria on June 16, and fans are organizing a banderazo, a flag-waving send-off rally, at 6pm June 15 at Mill Creek Park.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi, sitting, takes a break with teammates during practice for the FIFA World Cup soccer Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Kansas City, Kan. (AP Photo/)
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Argentina vs Iceland's friendly at Jordan-Hare Stadium in a World Cup lead-up match.
Reigning World Cup champion Argentina arrived in Kansas City on Sunday to begin p reparing for its title defense, which starts with a match against Algeria on June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium, the home of the NFL's Chiefs.
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