Argentina returns to Kansas ahead of 2026 World Cup debut

Argentina's national team returned to Kansas after a 3-0 win over Iceland in Alabama and is preparing for its World Cup opener.

Lionel Scaloni's squad settled in the host city of its opening match. The players held a light closed-door training session scheduled for 8 p.m. Argentine time. Scaloni said he will take one or two more days to name the replacement for injured Leonardo Balerdi. The coach indicated two or three options remain under review. Lionel Messi scored a penalty in the friendly and became Argentina's oldest goalscorer in the Albiceleste jersey. The captain stated the team will give everything in the tournament.

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Argentina national team players arriving at a US airport for World Cup preparations.
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Argentina national team arrives in United States ahead of 2026 World Cup

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More than half of the albiceleste squad arrived in the United States on Sunday to begin preparations.

The Albiceleste held a training session on Friday at the Sporting KC Training Center as Lionel Scaloni shapes the lineup for Tuesday's opening match against Algeria at the 2026 World Cup.

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The Albiceleste completed its final training session in Kansas and traveled to Dallas to prepare for Monday's match against Austria in the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Scaloni keeps doubts over the starting lineup and will hold a press conference alongside Enzo Fernández.

Lionel Scaloni’s squad finished its final training session in Miami before flying to Atlanta, where it will face Egypt on Tuesday in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.

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Argentina came back from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16. Lionel Scaloni's side will face Switzerland on Saturday, July 11, in Kansas City.

The Albiceleste departed for Miami after training in Kansas. They will face Cabo Verde on Friday, July 3, at Hard Rock Stadium.

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The Albiceleste secured a 2-0 victory in their first preparation match against Honduras, with goals from Lautaro Martínez and Giuliano Simeone. Lionel Scaloni tested several changes and four players made their debuts.

 

 

 

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