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How to watch Argentina at the 2026 World Cup

Every single Argentina group-stage match airs on FOX broadcast — all three are 100% free over the air with a $30 antenna. No cable, no streaming subscription required. Messi's final World Cup is free on broadcast TV. Every Argentina match also airs on Telemundo in Spanish — free with the same antenna, or streaming on Peacock Premium ($7.99/mo).

★ Quick answer

3 of 3 Argentina group matches air on FOX broadcast (FREE) · All 3 on Telemundo (Spanish, FREE).

Cheapest way to watch every Argentina match: a $30 antenna — that's it.

Argentina's Group J matches

Match 1 of 3

Argentina vs Algeria

Tuesday, June 16 · 9:00 PM ET
Arrowhead Stadium · Kansas City
Group J match · 76,416 capacity
English
FOX
✓ FREE with antenna
Spanish
Telemundo
✓ FREE with antenna · Peacock $8/mo
Match 2 of 3

Argentina vs Austria

Monday, June 22 · 1:00 PM ET
AT&T Stadium · Dallas
Group J match · 80,000 capacity
English
FOX
✓ FREE with antenna
Spanish
Telemundo
✓ FREE with antenna · Peacock $8/mo
Match 3 of 3

Jordan vs Argentina

Saturday, June 27 · 10:00 PM ET
AT&T Stadium · Dallas
Group J match · 80,000 capacity
English
FOX
✓ FREE with antenna
Spanish
Telemundo
✓ FREE with antenna · Peacock $8/mo
★ Cheapest path

$30 antenna · one-time

All three Argentina group matches air on FOX broadcast. A $30 indoor antenna catches every match in 1080p — free, no subscription, forever. The Mohu Leaf 50 ($45) and Antop AT-400BV ($90) are the 28-year-installer picks. Pair with Peacock ($8) if you want Spanish-language commentary on Telemundo.

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The team

Head coach: Lionel Scaloni

Star player: Lionel Messi

Defending World Cup champions after lifting the trophy in Qatar 2022. Lionel Scaloni stays on as head coach. Lionel Messi confirmed his fifth and final World Cup. The most-anticipated farewell tour in soccer history.

Common questions

How can I watch Argentina at the 2026 World Cup for free?

All three of Argentina's group-stage matches air on FOX broadcast, which is free over the air with a $30 antenna. You can watch every single Argentina match without paying for cable or a streaming subscription.

What channel is Argentina's first match on?

Argentina's first match — Argentina vs Algeria on Tuesday, June 16 at 9:00 PM ET — airs on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Venue: Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City.

Can I stream Argentina's World Cup matches in Spanish?

Yes. Every Argentina match airs on Telemundo in Spanish — free over the air with an antenna. Every match also streams on Peacock Premium ($7.99/mo).

What is the cheapest way to watch Argentina at the 2026 World Cup?

A $30 indoor antenna. All three Argentina group-stage matches air on FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) — both free over the air. Total cost: $30 one-time, no subscription.

What time are the Argentina World Cup matches?

Argentina vs Algeria — Tuesday, June 16 at 9:00 PM ET in Kansas City on FOX. Argentina vs Austria — Monday, June 22 at 1:00 PM ET in Dallas on FOX. Jordan vs Argentina — Saturday, June 27 at 10:00 PM ET in Dallas on FOX.

Who is on the Argentina squad?

Argentina is coached by Lionel Scaloni. Star player: Lionel Messi. Defending World Cup champions after lifting the trophy in Qatar 2022. Lionel Scaloni stays on as head coach. Lionel Messi confirmed his fifth and final World Cup. The most-anticipated farewell tour in soccer history.

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Last verified June 9, 2026 against FOX Sports + Telemundo official broadcast schedules. Match times in Eastern Time. Knockout-round broadcast assignments depend on the bracket and are confirmed match-by-match — we re-check after each group-stage round.