Argentina's remaining fixtures before the World Cup: 274 days to go | OneFootball

With the Qualifiers finished, this is the path the world champion will take up to the title defense, which will begin on June 11.

Despite the 1-0 defeat against Ecuador in Guayaquil, the Argentina National Team wrapped up its comfortable run through the South American Qualifiers, which it led from start to finish, and is now 274 days away from starting its World Cup defense in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, beginning June 11. What lies ahead on their journey?

October 10 and 13: Friendlies in the United States

In a month, the world champion will go on tour to one of its usual recent destinations and will once again 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 feature two exotic destinations. The matches will be played in Luanda, the Angolan capital, and Kerala, one of India's largest cities. Two places where Messi and the National Team are a sensation.

December 5: 2026 World Cup Draw

The National Team will learn its opponents for the first stage of its quest to defend the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with the new 48-team format, in Washington D.C.

Between March 23 and 31: Finalissima and possible friendly

Although the exact date and venue are yet to be confirmed, it has been decided that the National Team will face Spain, the latest European champion, for another title. In that FIFA date window, an additional match could also be scheduled.

May 25: Players released

This is the FIFA deadline for clubs to release pre-selected players to their national teams. It is still not known—at least officially—when the squad lists must be submitted.

Between June 1 and 9: Last tests before 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-man squad already confirmed (or even finalized).

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