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Argentina faces Algeria in World Cup opener led by Messi

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Argentina faces Algeria in World Cup opener led by Messi
Summary

Argentina begins its World Cup title defense against Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 16 at 8 p.m. local time. This marks Lionel Messi's sixth World Cup, and he returns as a reigning champion after leading Argentina to victory in Qatar in 2022. Algeria is competing in the World Cup for the first time since 2014, looking to make a strong showing in the group stage matchup. The game is broadcast on Fox and available for streaming on fubo, which offers a free trial for new customers.

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  • •Match takes place on June 16 at 8 p.m. local time
  • •Messi leads Argentina as reigning champion
  • •Algeria returns to World Cup after 2014 edition
  • •Available to stream on fubo and broadcast on Fox
  • •Part of expanded 48-team World Cup format
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Lionel Messi will kick off his sixth and almost certainly final World Cup campaign as a reigning champion.

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