The Argentine national team is set to compete in the upcoming 2026 World Cup, aiming to defend its title won in Qatar 2022. As the top seed in Group J, Argentina will face off against Algeria, Austria, and Jordan. The competition format has changed, with an increased number of teams, which means the team will need to navigate through eight matches to potentially secure another championship.

Argentina achieved its qualification by finishing at the top of the South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) qualifiers, and the recent draw in Washington confirmed their status as group leaders. The matches schedule indicates that Argentina will be playing two matches in the evening and one match in the afternoon, adhering to the local time zone.

With expectations high, coach Lionel Scaloni will lead the team to compete fiercely against their group opponents, while also being on the lookout for potential matchups against stronger teams like Spain and Uruguay in the later rounds. The nation's hopes are pinned on this talented squad that aims to replicate its previous success on the world stage.