Lionel Messi and Argentina take on Algeria in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. ET from Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, MO.
Argentina, ranked first by FIFA, are appearing at their 19th World Cup, with their best finish a championship run most recently in 2022. Algeria enter Group J ranked 28th by FIFA, appearing at their fifth World Cup, with their best finish a Round of 16 result in 2014.
Below, we’ll give you all the details you need to know about how to watch this game.
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