Argentina will face off against Algeria in Matchday 1 of the FIFA World Cup group stage. Here’s all the information you need to watch this exciting showdown live in the United States.

Hat-trick hero Lionel Messi back in action for Argentina as they look to take a huge step towards the knockout stages.

Lionel Messi begins what is expected to be his Last Dance' at the FIFA World Cup as defending champions Argentina face Algeria, whose squad features goalkeeper Luca Zidane, the son of French football legend Zinedine Zidane.

The 19th game of the 2026 World Cup involves the defending champions and Lionel Messi.

India, June 17 -- Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming: Argentina's Group J opener awaits on Tuesday, and the last time they failed to find score in their first World Cup match was back in 1990,

Argentina vs Algeria live today opens Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Lionel Messi makes history in Kansas City. Find team news, stats and TV details.

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Argentina made a statement on opening day with a 3–0 win over Algeria in Kansas City, powered by a record-breaking hat-trick from Lionel Messi, who now sits joint-top of the all-time men’s World Cup scoring list.

Lionel Messi and Argentina 's World Cup title defence is underway as they face Algeria in Kansas City today. After having an early goal denied by the offside flag, Messi scored a brilliant goal in the 17th minute to give the defending champions the lead.