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Three Argentine fans cycle 11,000 miles to support World Cup team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:40 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Three Argentine fans cycle 11,000 miles to support World Cup team

Summary

Three Argentine soccer fans completed a cycling journey of nearly 11,000 miles from Gualeguaychú, Argentina, to Kansas City, Missouri, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The journey began in August and took over nine months. The trio carried their gear on their bikes and encountered challenges in the mountains of Bolivia and Peru. Upon arrival in Kansas City, they were surprised with tickets to Argentina's first World Cup game against Algeria, scheduled for June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium.

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By the Numbers

•The cyclists are Vicente Conculini, Miguel Silio, and Yamandú Martínez.
•They started their journey last August, taking over nine months to complete it.
•Conculini quit his job to embark on this adventure.
•Their trek included stops in 16 countries, with significant sights in Mexico.
•They will attend Argentina's match against Algeria on June 16.

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