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Argentina and Algeria fans clash ahead of World Cup opener in New York

New York Post • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:47 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Argentina and Algeria fans clash ahead of World Cup opener in New York
Summary

On June 15, fans of Argentina and Algeria were involved in a violent confrontation in Times Square, New York, hours before their World Cup match. The brawl involved physical altercations and items being thrown, prompting a swift response from New York police to restore order. This incident occurred on the eve of their Group J match scheduled for June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

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  • •Fans clashed in Times Square on June 15.
  • •Police intervened to control the situation.
  • •Argentina and Algeria will face off on June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium.
  • •The match is part of the World Cup Group J.
  • •Videos of the incident have circulated on social media.
Latest Updates
  • 8:50 PMNew York Post — Brawl erupts between mob of Argentinian and Algerian soccer fans in Times Square ahead of World Cup showdown - New York Post
  • 6:47 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina and Algeria fans clash in Times Square 🤨
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The eve of Argentina and Algeria’s debut at the 2026 World Cup was marked by regrettable scenes in New York.On Monday night (15), fans of both national teams got involved in a massive brawl right in...

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A brawl erupted between a mob of Argentinian and Algerian soccer fans in Times Square ahead of their World Cup showdown Tuesday, police said.

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