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Messi, Argentina begin World Cup title defence against Algeria: All to know

World Cup triumph four years ago. However, a group containing Algeria, Austria and Jordan should give them a good opportunity to ease into the tournament. While Messi is set to make history

The World Cup is starting. Here's what to know and how to watch

Austria, Jordan Group K: Portugal, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama ### What's new? Even before the opening ceremony, this World Cup will be one for the history

Will Messi play? Argentina answer fan queries in 55-man World Cup squad

Austria on June 22 in Dallas, Texas, and Jordan at the same venue on June 27. *Can you identify all 48 teams participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026? Take our quiz [here](https://interactive.aljazeera.com

39 World Cup teams will be based in the U.S. Here's which squad will be closest to you

World Cup in the U.S., Canada and Mexico will be the biggest one in history — with more teams and matches across more cities than ever. The tournament begins on June 11 and runs through July

From FA ban to double Euros winners - Lionesses reach 500 games

history of England's women. ## First official game (1972) ![The England women's national football team pose for a photo during training days before their first ever official game against Scotland in 1972](https://ichef.bbci.co.uk

World Cup: Can Senegal stun France again? Predictions, schedule on Day 6

History also favours the South Americans. Argentina have won each of their last six World Cup matches against African opponents, rebounding from their shock 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in 1990. Algeria, meanwhile, have enjoyed

World Cup 2026: Full match schedule, groups, teams and start times

history. The 23rd edition, which will be played in an expanded 48-team tournament, begins its 104 matches with Mexico against South Africa on Tuesday. Argentina are the defending champions, having lifted the trophy

Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?

History-1777297914](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/INTERACTIVE-World-Cup-Winners-History-1777297914.png?quality=80) ## **Group K:** **Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia** Portugal and Colombia look like the strong favourites in this group, but do not count out playoff victors DR Congo or [debutants Uzbekistan

Immortality beckons - but Hearts must overcome Celtic & weight of history

history to happen, Hearts must beat Falkirk at Tynecastle and Celtic lose to Motherwell at Fir Park. Few can see it turning out this way, but Hearts' home record is exceptional and Motherwell have already

Lionel Messi rewrites history books at record sixth World Cup

history books from the minute he stepped onto the pitch at Kansas City Stadium for his 200th international appearance on Tuesday night. Messi became the first man to play in six World Cups when

Are Ronaldo, Messi still the largest World Cup draws, or is Mbappe bigger?

Austria: ~$750-$1,500 - Argentina vs Algeria: ~$700-$2,300 - Argentina vs Jordan: ~$1,000-$6,400 - France vs Senegal ~$750-$2,400 - France vs Iraq ~$480-$3,100 - France vs Norway

Which World Cup 2026 stadiums will host matches in US, Canada and Mexico?

Austria vs Jordan (Midnight ET/04:00 GMT next day) ⚽ 19/06: Turkiye vs Paraguay (Midnight ET/04:00 GMT next day) ⚽ 22/06: Jordan vs Algeria (11 pm ET/03:00 GMT next day) ⚽ 25/06: Paraguay vs Australia

Ranking the Middle East and North African teams at World Cup 2026

Austria appear to be direct rivals in the battle for second place. The match against Algeria could be the one Jordan would target as the route to the last 32. **Players to watch** Mousa

Any early shocks? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - opening group games

history when he takes charge of this game. I remember facing his Rangers side when I was at Celtic and he is such a smart guy and a really wily manager. I am covering this

50 days until World Cup - pick your favourite kits

Austria have qualified for their first World Cup since 1998. Ralf Rangnick's team will bring a touch of cosmopolitan sophistication to this summer's tournament in a marbled away shirt that's been designed