Argentina
FIFA World Cup 2026 Team Profile
Lionel Scaloni
Head Coach
4-2-3-1
Formation
3
Titles
18
Appearances
Overview
Argentina arrive at the World Cup as defending champions and one of the favourites to win back-to-back titles. Lionel Scaloni's side has been remarkably consistent, winning the 2021 Copa América, the 2022 World Cup, and the 2024 Copa América.
Road to World Cup 2026
Argentina qualified comfortably via the CONMEBOL qualification, finishing top of the table with a strong record.
Qualification: Tournament qualification
Key Players to Watch
- Lionel Messi
- Alexis Mac Allister
- Enzo Fernández
- Julian Álvarez
Strengths
Squad depth, individual quality across the pitch, and tournament experience. Lionel Messi remains the team's most influential player.
Weaknesses
Ageing squad in several positions and the reliance on Messi. The team is in a clear transition phase.
World Cup 2026 Chances
Reaching the semi-finals is the floor. A back-to-back World Cup title is the realistic target.
Historical World Cup Performance
Seventeen prior appearances, three titles, and a reputation as one of the most successful nations in World Cup history. The 2022 win in Qatar was the third title and the first since 1986.
Best result: Champions (1978, 1986, 2022)
Last World Cup: Champions (2022)
Match Schedule
Argentina vs Algeria
Argentina vs Austria
Jordan vs Argentina