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Emiliano Martinez completes training ahead of Argentina's World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:14 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Emiliano Martinez completes training ahead of Argentina's World Cup opener

Summary

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez completed a full training session on June 12 in Kansas City, preparing for the team's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Algeria. Martinez, recovering from a fractured finger sustained while warming up for Aston Villa's Europa League final, trained with both gloves after previously using a splint. He did not participate in Argentina's recent friendlies against Honduras or Iceland. The match against Algeria is scheduled for 9 p.m. EDT on June 13. Should Argentina advance, they will play Austria on June 22 and Jordan on June 27 in the Group J stage.

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By the Numbers

•Martinez trained in Kansas City before facing Algeria.
•He previously missed friendlies due to injury recovery.
•Argentina's opening match is scheduled for June 13 at 9 p.m. EDT.
•Argentina also faces Austria and Jordan in group stage.
•Martinez was awarded Best Goalkeeper at the 2022 World Cup.

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Goalie Emiliano Martinez completed a full training session, clearing his path to play in Argentina's opener against Algeria at the 2026 World Cup.
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