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Argentina faces Algeria in 2026 World Cup opener with Messi in action

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:37 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Argentina faces Algeria in 2026 World Cup opener with Messi in action
Summary

Argentina and Algeria are set to face off in a World Cup Group J match at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, starting at 9 p.m. ET. Lionel Messi, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, aims to lead Argentina to a win in their first group stage match of the tournament. The match is significant as Argentina seeks to begin their World Cup title defense strongly, having last won their opening match in 2014 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Live updates and highlights will be available as the game unfolds.

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By the Numbers
  • •Match kicks off at 9 p.m. ET today.
  • •Argentina and Algeria are in Group J with Austria and Jordan.
  • •Argentina last won an opening World Cup match in 2014.
  • •Live updates on Messi's stats will be provided during the match.
  • •Game broadcasted on Fox with streaming options available.
Latest Updates
  • 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi live stats today: Updated World Cup goals, highlights from Argentina vs. Algeria
What they're saying
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Messi and La Albiceleste will begin their Group J play against Algeria tonight at 9 p.m. ET.

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