However, the opening goal did not take long to arrive. Argentina managed to translate their dominance on the field into the score and went into halftime with the lead. In the second half, the team maintained the intensity and found more spaces to hurt their opponent.
The changes made by Scaloni proved effective again, and the Scaloneta extended the lead with Messi as the main protagonist. The captain appeared at decisive moments to seal a rout that left very positive feelings for what lies ahead.
When does Argentina play again in the 2026 World Cup
After the victory against Algeria, the Argentine National Team has already begun to focus on their next commitment. The team will take the field again next Monday when they face Austria in the second match of Group J.
The match will be held in Texas and could be crucial for Argentina's aspirations to advance to the next phase of the tournament. With three points in hand and a convincing performance, the world champion took the first step in their goal of competing for the World Cup again.










