Argentina faces Honduras in friendly ahead of 2026 World Cup

Argentina's national team plays Honduras in Texas today as its first test before the World Cup. Lionel Scaloni will test players amid several confirmed absences.

The match will be played at 21:00 Argentina time at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas. It will be broadcast on TyC Sports, Telefe and LPF Play. Juan Musso will start in goal. The lineup features Agustín Giay, Nicolás Otamendi, Lisandro Martínez and Nicolás Tagliafico in defense. Giovani Lo Celso, Exequiel Palacios, Valentín Barco and Giuliano Simeone are in midfield. Lautaro Martínez and Thiago Almada lead the attack. Argentina arrives after five straight friendly wins. Honduras failed to qualify for the World Cup. The second friendly is scheduled for Tuesday against Iceland. The World Cup opener is set for June 16 against Algeria.

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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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Lionel Scaloni held a press conference on Monday in Alabama. The Argentine coach provided details on the progress of several players with physical issues. He also denied rumors about Lionel Messi influencing team selections.

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