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The world champions will attempt to defend their title in Kansas City. The World Cup continues its opening week with Argentina taking on Algeria.
As no surprise, Argentina is the favorite to once again take home the 2026 title. It's never an easy task, though, and starting things off on the right foot it crucial for the squad.
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Algeria won't be an easy opponent. It's back in the World Cup after a 12 year hiatus, and its last run was its best yet as Algeria advanced to the Round of 16. Can the adrenaline carry the Desert Foxes to an early upset?
It all goes down on June 16. Here's how to watch Argentina and Algeria kick off their World Cup run in Kansas City with tickets to the match.
Argentina vs. Algeria FIFA World Cup tickets
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Argentina vs. Algeria FIFA World Cup date, start time
- Date: Tuesday, June 16
- Time: 9 p.m. ET
- Site: Arrowhead Stadium / Kansas City, MO
Argentina and Algeria will begin their Group J action at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Kickoff is set for Tuesday, June 16 at 9 p.m. ET (8 p.m. local time).
Argentina FIFA World Cup schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Site |
| June 16 | vs. Algeria | 9 p.m. | Kansas City. MO |
| June 22 | vs. Austria | 1 p.m. | Dallas, TX |
| June 27 | vs. Jordan | 10 p.m. | Dallas, TX |
Algeria FIFA World Cup schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Site |
| June 16 | vs. Argentina | 9 p.m. | Kansas City, MO |
| June 22 | vs. Jordan | 11 p.m. | San Francisco, CA |
| June 27 | vs. Austria | 10 p.m. | Kansas City, MO |
FIFA World Cup dates
The World Cup kicks off June 11 with group stage matches while the knockouts commence June 28. The final will be played July 19.
Below is a breakdown of key dates at the World Cup. You can find tickets to every match here.
- Group Stage: June 11-27
- Round of 32: June 28-July 3
- Round of 16: July 4-7
- Quarterfinals: July 9-11
- Semifinals: July 14-15
- Bronze Final: July 18
- Gold Final: July 19
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