Algeria, Argentina and World Cup

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2026 World Cup draw: Argentina to start title defense against Algeria
Argentina and Lionel Messi will begin their World Cup title defense against Algeria as they aim to become the first team to retain the crown since Brazil in 1962. Three-time champion Argentina also will play Austria and Jordan in Group J of the expanded 48-nation,

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The U.S., which reached the semifinals at the inaugural World Cup in 1930 and the quarterfinals in 2002, starts Group D against Paraguay on June 12 in Inglewood, California.

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Defending World Cup champion Argentina to open tournament vs. Algeria

With eyes across the globe focused on 48 balls being plucked from four bowls, next year's World Cup came into focus Friday when a draw determined Argentina and Lionel Messi will start their title defence against Algeria.

World Cup 2026 draw live updates: Results, groups and match schedule from today’s ceremony

The draw for the tournament took place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and followed President Donald Trump receiving the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize. The full results of the draw can be seen here and you can also watch The Athletic FC Podcast team’s reaction to the ceremony on YouTube.
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