When is Argentina's first World Cup game? Shop Argentina vs Algeria tickets

Be there when Algeria faces Argentina in a World Cup Group J matchup on Tuesday, June 16
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Report: Messi included in Scaloni’s unprecedented lineup for Argentina’s World Cup opener vs Algeria

Lionel Scaloni is beginning to shape Argentina's lineup for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Algeria, with Lionel Messi expected to be part of the starting XI. The reigning champions will make their 2026 FIFA World Cup debut next Tuesday.

Algeria World Cup 2026 Schedule: Locations, Dates, Times

Here is Algeria's World Cup group stage opponents, which stadiums they will play at, and the times for the games.

‘1, 2, 3, viva l’Algerie’ was a plea for independence. It lives on as Algeria’s rallying cry

As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture
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FIFA World Cup: Messi trains intensely for Argentina's opener vs Algeria

Lionel Messi had an intense training session focusing on running and spot kicks ahead of Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria. He looks set to start after expressing happiness with his fitness following a successful penalty in a friendly.

Algeria's Ramy Bensebaini Out for World Cup Opener Against Argentina's Messi

Veteran defender Ramy Bensebaini will reportedly miss Algeria's World Cup opener against Argentina, creating a major challenge for the African nation.

Algeria Starts Work on Trans-Saharan Gas Pipe to Supply Europe

Algeria said it started building a pipeline to stretch across the Sahara, a project first proposed decades ago to supply gas from Nigeria and the region to customers in Europe.

Cheered by adoring fans, Algeria soccer team holds World Cup practice in Lawrence

The Algerian national team held a practice on Thursday at Rock Chalk Park. It was a spectacle to behold.