Argentina vs Algeria Result: Argentina 3–0 Algeria — World Cup 2026 Matchday 1
Quick answer: Argentina 3–0 Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City on June 16, 2026 — Group J, Match 19. Scorers: Argentina: Lionel Messi (17'), Lionel Messi (60'), Lionel Messi (76').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Argentina 3–0 Algeria |
| Group | J |
| Match | #19 (Matchday 1) |
| Date | June 16, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 22:00 |
| Venue | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 1 |
| Goal scorers | Argentina: Lionel Messi 17', Lionel Messi 60', Lionel Messi 76' |
Goal Scorers
- 17'Lionel Messi
- 60'Lionel Messi
- 76'Lionel Messi
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Match Summary
Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 at Arrowhead Stadium to begin their World Cup 2026 title defense. Lionel Messi scored all three goals in the 17th, 60th and 76th minutes.
Player of the match: Lionel Messi.
Key Moments
- Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 17th minute.
- Messi doubled Argentina's lead in the 60th minute.
- Messi completed his hat-trick in the 76th minute to seal a comfortable opening win.
Group J Standings After Matchday 1
Argentina top Group J on three points with a clean sheet. Austria and Jordan face an uphill battle to catch the defending champions.
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What This Means for Argentina & Algeria
Argentina take three points from Matchday 1. Algeria must respond on Matchday 2.
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What's Next — Matchday 2
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Argentina | Full schedule — Group J |
| Algeria | Full schedule — Group J |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Argentina vs Algeria score at World Cup 2026?
Argentina 3–0 Algeria — played at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City on June 16, 2026 (Group J, Matchday 1).
Who won Argentina vs Algeria World Cup 2026?
Argentina won 3–0.
Where was Argentina vs Algeria played?
Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City — kickoff 22:00 local time.
What group is Argentina vs Algeria in?
Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group J?
Argentina top Group J on three points with a clean sheet. Austria and Jordan face an uphill battle to catch the defending champions.
Who scored in Argentina vs Algeria?
Argentina: Lionel Messi 17', Lionel Messi 60', Lionel Messi 76'.