Lionel Messi and Argentina take on Algeria in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. ET from Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, MO.
Argentina, ranked first by FIFA, are appearing at their 19th World Cup, with their best finish a championship run most recently in 2022. Algeria enter Group J ranked 28th by FIFA, appearing at their fifth World Cup, with their best finish a Round of 16 result in 2014.
Below, we’ll give you all the details you need to know about how to watch this game.
How to Watch Argentina vs. Algeria
- When: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. ET
- Where: Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, MO
- TV: FOX
- Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports, FOX Sports App
Group J Preview: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
Here. Comes. Lionel Messi! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse Break down the defending champions, Argentina, alongside Algeria, Austria and Jordan. What can we expect from Marcel Sabitzer and Austria? Tune in daily for a new group as we speed toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off June 11th on FOX! Presented by @Zillow #Zillow
Argentina vs. Algeria Odds
Argentina World Cup Schedule
- June 16, 2026: Watch Argentina vs Algeria – Kansas City Stadium (9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT)
- June 22, 2026: Watch Argentina vs Austria – Dallas Stadium (1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT)
- June 27, 2026: Watch Argentina vs Jordan – Dallas Stadium (9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT)
Algeria World Cup Schedule
- June 16, 2026: Watch Argentina vs Algeria – Kansas City Stadium (9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT)
- June 22, 2026: Watch Jordan vs Algeria – San Franciscio Bay Area Stadium (10:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. PT)
- June 27, 2026: Watch Algeria vs Austria – Kansas City Stadium (9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT)
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