🇦🇷 Argentina vs Algeria 🇩🇿
Tue Jun 16 2026 • Kickoff 18:00 CT • Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, USA
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Argentina vs Algeria — what to expect
Argentina meet Algeria in Group J of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Both sides arrive with FIFA ranks of #1 and #37 respectively, making this a defining group-stage night. Coach Lionel Scaloni will set out Argentina, while Vladimir Petković leads Algeria — captained by Lionel Messi and Riyad Mahrez.
Argentina face Algeria in Group J at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. Kickoff 18:00 CT local. Expect a tight tactical contest with the result likely to shape the knockout-stage seeding for Group J.
Argentina vs Algeria live streaming
Streaming guide
Argentina vs Algeria streams live worldwide through FIFA's authorised broadcast partners. Below is the global TV and OTT lineup. For a deeper breakdown by country, see our where-to-watch hub or the live streaming directory.
Argentina vs Algeria TV channels (global)
| Country / Region | Official broadcasters |
|---|---|
| United States | FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Peacock |
| United Kingdom | BBC One / BBC iPlayer, ITV1 / ITVX |
| Canada | TSN, CTV, RDS (FR) |
| Mexico | Televisa, TUDN, Azteca 7, ViX |
| India | Sports18, JioCinema |
| Pakistan | Tapmad, A Sports |
| Australia | Optus Sport, SBS |
| MENA | beIN Sports MENA |
| Brazil | Globo, SporTV, CazéTV |
| Germany | ARD, ZDF, MagentaTV |
| France | TF1, M6, beIN Sports |
| Spain | RTVE La 1, Movistar Plus+ |
FIFA's global broadcast partners hold rights in every territory. FOX (USA), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), beIN Sports (MENA) and the national rights holder in your country.
Argentina vs Algeria where to watch
Stadium & venue
Arrowhead Stadium
Famed for its atmosphere. Capacity: 76,416 (Kansas City, MO, USA).
Opened 1972. Kansas City Chiefs.
Travel: Shuttle from Union Station.
Fan tips: Tailgating is legendary — arrive 4 hours early.
Full stadium guide →Team news & predicted lineups
🇦🇷 Argentina predicted XI
Coach Lionel Scaloni is expected to set up in a 4-3-3, captained by Lionel Messi.
- Lionel Messi — Forward (Inter Miami)
- Argentina Goalkeeper 1 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
- Argentina Goalkeeper 2 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
Full lineup confirmed ~1 hour before kickoff.
🇩🇿 Algeria predicted XI
Coach Vladimir Petković likely fields a 4-2-3-1 anchored by Riyad Mahrez.
- Algeria Goalkeeper 1 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
- Algeria Goalkeeper 2 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
- Algeria Goalkeeper 3 — Goalkeeper (Club to be confirmed)
Full lineup confirmed ~1 hour before kickoff.