Argentina faces Algeria in 2026 World Cup opener tonight
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Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Argentina and Algeria are preparing to meet in their first Group J match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tonight, June 16, at 9 p.m. ET. The match will take place at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Fans in the U.S. can watch the game on FOX and Telemundo, with streaming available through platforms like YouTube TV and Peacock. This match marks Lionel Messi’s first appearance in the tournament, heightening expectations among supporters and players alike as they compete for early group positioning.
- •Match starts at 9 p.m. ET
- •Location: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
- •Broadcast on FOX and Telemundo
- •Streaming available on YouTube TV and Peacock
- •Messi makes his World Cup debut in this match
- 11:00 PMThe Guardian Sport — Argentina v Algeria: World Cup 2026 – live
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina vs. Algeria live score, stats, result, highlights from 2026 World Cup Group J match
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Where to watch Argentina vs. Algeria live stream, TV channel, start time for World Cup Group J match
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — What time is Argentina vs. Algeria? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina vs. Algeria: How to watch Messi in the 2026 World Cup, TV channel, start time, where to stream free and more
"⚽️ Kick-off time: 8pm local/11am AEST/2am BST/9pm EDT ⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail Jonathan Hello everybody and welcome to live coverage of match 19 of the 2026 World Cup between Argentina and Algeria. Kick-off in this Group J clash at Kansas City Stadium is 8pm local time (9pm EDT/2am BST/11am AEST). The arrival of the defending champions into a tournament always adds a frisson of excitement to proceedings and that is the case today as Argentina get their campaign underway. Of course the presence of la Albiceleste also means that of captain, Lionel Messi, who alone has the heft of a participating nation in these parts since his move to MLS. Continue reading...
"Argentina vs. Algeria kickoff time: Here’s how to watch the World Cup match on TV and live stream. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.
"Are you ready to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Here's how to tune in to Lionel Messi's first match on Tuesday.
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External links- The Guardian SportJun 16, 2026, 11:00 PMArgentina v Algeria: World Cup 2026 – live
⚽️ Kick-off time: 8pm local/11am AEST/2am BST/9pm EDT ⚽️ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail Jonathan Hello everybody and welcome to live coverage of match 19 of the 2026 World Cup between Argentina and Algeria. Kick-off in this Group J clash at Kansas City Stadium is 8pm local time (9pm EDT/2am BST/11am AEST). The arrival of the defending champions into a tournament always adds a frisson of excitement to proceedings and that is the case today as Argentina get their campaign underway. Of course the presence of la Albiceleste also means that of captain, Lionel Messi, who alone has the heft of a participating nation in these parts since his move to MLS. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 8:00 PMArgentina vs. Algeria live score, stats, result, highlights from 2026 World Cup Group J match
The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Tuesday's match between Argentina and Algeria.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 1:00 PMWhere to watch Argentina vs. Algeria live stream, TV channel, start time for World Cup Group J match
Argentina vs. Algeria kickoff time: Here’s how to watch the World Cup match on TV and live stream. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 5:00 AMWhat time is Argentina vs. Algeria? Live stream, TV channel, kickoff schedule for World Cup 2026 match
Argentina begin the defence of the World Cup with a Group J encounter against Algeria.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 11:20 PMArgentina vs. Algeria: How to watch Messi in the 2026 World Cup, TV channel, start time, where to stream free and more
Are you ready to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Here's how to tune in to Lionel Messi's first match on Tuesday.
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