Argentina 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Argentina will play three group stage matches in the 2026 World Cup, starting with Algeria on Wednesday, June 17 at 01:00 UTC in Kansas City, followed by Austria on Monday, June 22 at 17:00 UTC in Dallas, and concluding against Jordan on Sunday, June 28 at 02:00 UTC in Dallas.
The defending champions are placed in Group J and will need strong performances across all three fixtures to secure progression to the knockout rounds.
Argentina's Complete Group J Schedule
Argentina's 2026 World Cup campaign begins with a challenging opener against Algeria in the early hours of June 17. The 01:00 UTC kickoff in Kansas City means fans in different time zones will need to plan accordingly - this translates to evening matches for viewers on the US West Coast but very early morning for European audiences.
The team then travels to Dallas for back-to-back matches at the same venue. The Austria clash on June 22 offers a more television-friendly 17:00 UTC start time, while the final group match against Jordan returns to the late-night/early-morning slot at 02:00 UTC on June 28. Fans can track live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026 throughout Argentina's World Cup journey.
Frequently asked questions
What time does Argentina play Algeria in the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina faces Algeria on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 01:00 UTC in Kansas City. Convert this UTC time to your local timezone for viewing.
Where will Argentina play their 2026 World Cup group matches?
Argentina plays their opening match in Kansas City, then travels to Dallas for their remaining two group stage fixtures against Austria and Jordan.
Who is in Argentina's 2026 World Cup group?
Argentina is in Group J alongside Algeria, Austria, and Jordan for the 2026 World Cup group stage.