Argentina vs Iran
Argentina vs Iran preview
Argentina vs Iran pits Argentina (FIFA #1) against Iran (#20) in Group D on Friday, June 19, 2026 at AT&T Stadium. Argentina go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Iran have group stage as their World Cup high-water mark.
AT&T Stadium (capacity 80,000) is the retractable-roof home of the Dallas Cowboys (NFL). It sits 130m above sea level in Dallas (Arlington). June/July temperatures in Dallas average a high of 35°C and a low of 23°C — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Argentina have appeared at 19 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: Champions, QF, R16, Runner-up, R16). Iran have appeared at 7 World Cups (last five: Group, Group, Group, Group, DNQ). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Argentina vs Iran — 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 | Iran |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #1 | #20 |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL | AFC |
| WC appearances | 19 | 7 |
| Best WC finish | Champions (1978, 1986, 2022) | Group stage |
| Last 5 WCs | Champions, QF, R16, Runner-up, R16 | Group, Group, Group, Group, DNQ |
| Captain | Lionel Messi | Mehdi Taremi |
| Manager | Lionel Scaloni | Amir Ghalenoei |
| Players to watch | Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez, Julián Álvarez | Mehdi Taremi, Sardar Azmoun, Alireza Jahanbakhsh |
Get live Argentina vs Iran data
// Fetch live data for Argentina vs Iran
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-19',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Argentina vs Iran at the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina vs Iran is scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, kicking off at Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:00:00 UTC at AT&T Stadium, Dallas (Arlington).
What stage is Argentina vs Iran?
Argentina vs Iran is a Group Stage fixture in Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Argentina vs Iran?
AT&T Stadium (capacity 80,000, opened 2009, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Dallas (Arlington) hosts Argentina vs Iran.
Who is favoured to win Argentina vs Iran?
Argentina go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #1, with Iran ranked #20. Argentina's best World Cup finish is Champions (1978, 1986, 2022); Iran's is Group stage. Live odds for Argentina vs Iran are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Argentina vs Iran?
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 Iran in my timezone?
Argentina vs Iran kicks off at Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:00:00 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 Iran stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-19) 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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