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Argentina is in the 48-team World Cup field. Group-stage opponents, dates, and host cities are listed below.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 19 Group J | Algeria | Kansas City Kansas City Stadium | Jun 16 (Tue) |
| Match 44 Group J | Austria | San Francisco Bay Area Bay Area Stadium | Jun 22 (Mon) |
| Match 69 Group J | Jordan | Kansas City Kansas City Stadium | Jun 27 (Sat) |
Diego Maradona scores two iconic goals against England: the controversial 'Hand of God' goal, immediately followed by a mesmerizing solo run past five defenders, later voted the 'Goal of the Century'.
Defeating eternal rivals Brazil 1-0 at the Maracanã Stadium to win the Copa América, finally delivering a senior title for Lionel Messi and ending the team's long trophy drought.
A stunning final against France culminating in a penalty shootout victory, cementing Lionel Messi's legacy and capturing the nation's third World Cup title.
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Watch on YouTube| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1930 | Participated in the inaugural World Cup, finishing as Runners-up. | first appearance |
| 1978 | Won their first World Cup on home soil, led by Mario Kempes. | championship |
| 1986 | Won their second World Cup, largely dominated by the brilliance of Diego Maradona. | championship |
| 1993 | Won the Copa América, starting a 28-year wait for the next major trophy. | championship |
| 2021 | Won the Copa América, Lionel Messi's first major international title with the senior squad. | championship |
| 2022 | Won their third World Cup in Qatar, defeating France in the final. | championship |
Argentine fan culture is highly intense, passionate, and often political. Supporters often hold massive, coordinated Tifos and have a massive repertoire of unique chants (canticos) aimed at rivals, particularly Brazil and England. Matches are vibrant, loud, and can feel like a carnival.
"Muchachos, Ahora Nos Volvimos a Ilusionar (adopted during the 2022 World Cup)"
La Doce (Boca Juniors - influence extends to national team), Hinchas Argentinos
Unmatched intensity and noise, with drumming and constant singing for 90 minutes. Fans are fully committed to their players, especially Messi, creating a wall of sound and color.
Argentina holds the record for the most Copa América titles, tied with Uruguay, at 15 titles.
They were the first team outside of the host nation to reach a World Cup Final (1930).
Argentina and France are the only teams to have won the World Cup, the Olympic Gold Medal, and the Confederations Cup.
Argentina's group-stage host cities are Kansas City, San Francisco Bay Area. Use the city guides to compare stadium access, lodging areas, and matchday routes.
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