Argentina vs Algeria
Argentina vs Algeria preview
Argentina vs Algeria is one of the most evenly matched fixtures in Group J. Argentina (Seed #37) face Algeria (#38) on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Arrowhead Stadium. With both sides ranked within 1 places of each other, the result is genuinely up for grabs.
Arrowhead Stadium (capacity 76,416) is the open-roof home of the Kansas City Chiefs (NFL). It sits 256m above sea level in Kansas City. June/July temperatures in Kansas City average a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C, with notable rainfall — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Argentina have appeared at 0 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: To be confirmed). Algeria have appeared at 0 World Cups (last five: To be confirmed). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Argentina vs Algeria — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Argentina | Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Draw sloting | #37 | #38 |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL | CAF |
| WC appearances | 0 | 0 |
| Best WC finish | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| Last 5 WCs | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| Captain | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| Manager | To be confirmed | To be confirmed |
| Players to watch |
Get live Argentina vs Algeria data
// Fetch live data for Argentina vs Algeria
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-16',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Argentina vs Algeria at the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina vs Algeria is scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, kicking off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 UTC at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City.
What stage is Argentina vs Algeria?
Argentina vs Algeria is a Group Stage fixture in Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Argentina vs Algeria?
Arrowhead Stadium (capacity 76,416, opened 1972, open roof, natural grass) in Kansas City hosts Argentina vs Algeria.
Who is favoured to win Argentina vs Algeria?
Argentina go in as the lower draw-slot side at Seed #37, with Algeria seeded #38. Argentina's best World Cup finish is To be confirmed; Algeria's is To be confirmed. Live odds for Argentina vs Algeria are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Argentina vs Algeria?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Argentina vs Algeria in my timezone?
Argentina vs Algeria kicks off at Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Argentina vs Algeria stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-16) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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