The story
The Argentina national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the La Albiceleste, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 2 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from CONMEBOL to this expanded 48-team tournament.
World champions chasing back-to-back glory - the team everyone wants to beat.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Argentina will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group J and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group J. The connection between Lautaro Martínez and Julián Álvarez is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Lautaro Martínez - the clinical striker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Argentina are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
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Algeria Triumph for Argentina in Tense 3-0 Battle
The final whistle blew at MetLife Stadium with a 3-0 scoreline. Argentina and Algeria played out an absorbing contest in this Group J fixture.
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Austria Argentina Outclass Austria in 2-0 Victory
The final whistle blew at MetLife Stadium with a 2-0 scoreline. Argentina and Austria played out an absorbing contest in this Group J fixture.
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Jordan Argentina Outclass Jordan in 3-1 Victory
A thrilling match in New Jersey concludes with Argentina and Jordan leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
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Cape Verde Argentina Outclass Cape Verde in 3-2 Round of 32 Victory
A thrilling match in Miami Gardens concludes with Argentina and Cape Verde leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
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Egypt Triumph for Argentina in Tense 3-2 Knockout Battle
A thrilling match in Atlanta concludes with Argentina and Egypt leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
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Switzerland Argentina Beat Switzerland 3-1 After Extra Time
Argentina needed extra time to break Swiss resistance and seal a 3-1 quarter-final win in Kansas City.
England Argentina Argentina Edge England 2-1 in a Semi-Final Classic
Argentina staged a late comeback to beat England 2-1 and book a return to the World Cup final.
Spain Argentina Spain Beat Argentina 1-0 in Extra Time to Win the World Cup
Spain are world champions. A 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina at MetLife ends the first 48-team World Cup.