Argentina secures 2-0 victory over Honduras in warm-up match

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Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Argentina secures 2-0 victory over Honduras in warm-up match
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Argentina defeated Honduras 2-0 in a World Cup warm-up match held in Texas on June 6. Lautaro Martinez converted a penalty and assisted Giuliano Simeone for the second goal. The match saw Argentina dominate possession, with Martinez remaining a constant threat. Lionel Messi did not play but may feature in the upcoming friendly against Iceland on June 9, as Argentina prepares for their World Cup opener against Algeria on June 17 in Kansas City.

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  • Lautaro Martinez scored a penalty and assisted a goal.
  • Argentina dominated the match throughout.
  • Lionel Messi was rested and may play against Iceland.
  • Argentina's next match is against Iceland on June 9.
  • World Cup group games will start against Algeria on June 17.
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Argentina eased to a 2-0 victory against a lacklustre Honduras in the reigning champions' penultimate World Cup warm-up game in Texas on Saturday.Argentina face Iceland in their final friendly match in Auburn, Alabama on Tuesday before the three-time winners begin their World Cup group games against Algeria on June 17 in Kansas City.

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