Argentina’s run-in to the World Cup: fixtures left with 274 days to go | OneFootball

With the Qualifiers finished, here's the path of the world champion until the title defense, which will begin on June 11.

Despite the 1-0 defeat against Ecuador in Guayaquil, the Argentine National Team concluded its comfortable journey through the South American Qualifiers, which it led from start to finish, and is 274 days away from starting the defense of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, starting June 11. What remains on the path?

October 10 and 13: Friendlies in the United States

In a month, the world champion will go on a tour to one of the usual destinations of recent times and will face Venezuela in Miami and Puerto Rico in Chicago.

Between November 10 and 18: Friendlies in Angola and India

The last FIFA date of the year will have two exotic destinations. The matches will be played in Luanda, the Angolan capital, and Kerala, one of the largest Indian cities. Two places where Messi and the National Team are a sensation.

December 5: 2026 World Cup draw

The National Team will learn in Washington D.C. about its opponents for the first part of its journey to defend the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with the new format of 48 teams.

Between March 23 and 31: Finalissima and possible friendly

With the exact date and venue yet to be confirmed, it is decided that the National Team will face Spain, the last European champion, for another title. In that FIFA date window, an additional match could also be added.

May 25: Players released

This is the FIFA deadline for clubs to release pre-selected players to the national teams. It is still unknown - at least officially - when the rosters must be submitted.

Between June 1 and 9: Last tests for the World Cup

As usual, in the lead-up to the World Cup, there is the possibility of playing two preparatory matches, with most of the 26-player roster confirmed (or even complete).

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