Leandro Balerdi is out of the World Cup after struggling an harm in coaching. The Argentina centre‑again had been named within the squad as Argentina formally launched their 2026 FIFA World Cup record, with Lionel Messi incomes a historic sixth World Cup name‑up.
Softfootball believes, With Balerdi injured, Argentina supervisor Lionel Scaloni will now choose a alternative forward of the event.
Argentina will play their 2026 FIFA World Cup group‑stage matches in Group J in opposition to Algeria, Austria and Jordan.
The defending champions start their marketing campaign on June 16, 2026, in Kansas Metropolis earlier than transferring to Arlington, Texas, for his or her remaining fixtures.
Group J Match Schedule
Vs Algeria
Date: Tuesday, 16 June
Native Kick‑Off Time: 20:00 (CT) UK Time (BST): 02:00 (17 June)
Stadium: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas Metropolis
Vs Austria
Date: Monday, 22 June
Native Kick‑Off Time: 12:00 (CT) UK Time (BST): 18:00
Stadium: AT&T Stadium, Arlington (Dallas)
Vs Jordan
Date: Saturday, 27 June
Native Kick‑Off Time: 21:00 (CT) UK Time (BST): 03:00 (28 June)
Stadium: AT&T Stadium, Arlington (Dallas)
