Argentina has begun its campaign to defend its World Cup title with a match against Algeria. The game commenced at 3:00 AM Dutch time. Lionel Messi led the Argentinian team, marking his participation in the 2026 World Cup. Messi scored an early goal, putting Argentina in the lead. This match signifies the start of Argentina’s journey to potentially secure another world championship. The team is hoping to replicate their success from the previous tournament. The game is being closely watched by fans worldwide as Argentina aims to demonstrate its continued dominance in international football.