WK-Selectie
Keeper
AjaxLeeftijd: 34 | Interlands: 22
Aston VillaLeeftijd: 33 | Interlands: 45
—Leeftijd: 32 | Interlands: null
Verdediger
BenficaLeeftijd: 38 | Interlands: 105
LyonLeeftijd: 33 | Interlands: 58
SevillaLeeftijd: 29 | Interlands: 34
—Leeftijd: 28 | Interlands: null
—Leeftijd: 27 | Interlands: null
Manchester UnitedLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 28
Atlético MadridLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 42
—Leeftijd: 27 | Interlands: null
—Leeftijd: 21 | Interlands: null
Middenvelder
Atlético MadridLeeftijd: 32 | Interlands: 68
RomaLeeftijd: 31 | Interlands: 62
TottenhamLeeftijd: 30 | Interlands: 52
Bayer LeverkusenLeeftijd: 27 | Interlands: 38
LiverpoolLeeftijd: 27 | Interlands: 32
—Leeftijd: 25 | Interlands: null
ChelseaLeeftijd: 25 | Interlands: 28
#7
—Leeftijd: 21 | Interlands: null
Aanvaller
#10
Inter MiamiLeeftijd: 38 | Interlands: 187
Inter MilanLeeftijd: 28 | Interlands: 58
—Leeftijd: 28 | Interlands: null
Manchester CityLeeftijd: 26 | Interlands: 42
—Leeftijd: 25 | Interlands: null
—Leeftijd: 23 | Interlands: null
Groepsfase Programma
Argentiniëvs🇩🇿 Algerije
17 juni
SoFi Stadium
Argentiniëvs🇦🇹 Oostenrijk
22 juni
Gillette Stadium
Argentiniëvs🇯🇴 Jordan
28 juni
NRG Stadium
Sleutelspelers
Lionel Messi ↗
Aanvaller
Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and Argentina's all-time leading scorer. Despite being 39, Messi remains the creative heart of the team and captain.
Emiliano Martínez ↗
Keeper
World Cup 2022 Golden Glove winner and hero of the penalty shootouts. One of the world's best goalkeepers.
Julián Álvarez ↗
Aanvaller
Young star striker who scored 4 goals in the 2022 World Cup. Expected to carry more goal-scoring responsibility alongside Messi.
Groepsstand
| Teams | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇷 Argentinië | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇧🇷 Brazilië | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇨🇱 Chili | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
WK-Geschiedenis
Veelgestelde Vragen
Is Lionel Messi playing in the 2026 World Cup?
Yes, Lionel Messi has confirmed he will play in the 2026 World Cup at age 39. As defending champions and with Messi leading the squad, Argentina aims to become the first team since Brazil (1958-1962) to win consecutive World Cups.
What group is Argentina in for World Cup 2026?
Argentina is in Group C alongside Brazil, Chile, and Japan. This is considered one of the toughest groups, featuring the current champions (Argentina), five-time champions (Brazil), and strong sides from Asia and South America.
When does Argentina play their first match in 2026?
Argentina's opening match is on June 12, 2026, against Canada at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Kickoff is at 4:00 PM ET (1:00 PM PT, 9:00 PM BST, 10:00 PM CEST).
How many World Cups has Argentina won?
Argentina has won 3 FIFA World Cups: in 1978 (home tournament), 1986 (led by Diego Maradona), and most recently in 2022 in Qatar (led by Lionel Messi). They have also been runners-up three times (1930, 1990, 2014).
Who is Argentina's coach for the 2026 World Cup?
Lionel Scaloni is Argentina's head coach. He led the team to victory in the 2022 World Cup and the 2021 Copa América. Known for his tactical flexibility and strong player relationships, Scaloni has built one of Argentina's most successful eras.