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Argentina — World Cup 2026
3× FIFA World Cup winner (1978, 1986, 2022)
Group J · Model Elo 2179 · Founded 1893 · Estadio Más Monumental
Argentina are in Group J. Our model rates their title chance at 21.5% (Elo strength 2179, reaching the knockout stage 99% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.
About Argentina
Argentina are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group J. The national side was founded in 1893. They play home matches at the Estadio Más Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina, which seats 70,074.
- Founded: 1893
- Home stadium: Estadio Más Monumental (capacity 70,074)
- Based in: Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Official site: www.afa.com.ar
Record
Argentina have played 1,067 internationals since 1902, winning 590 for a 55.3% win rate (590W 257D 220L, 2,023 goals for / 1,075 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 47W 17D 24L from 88 matches.
Recent form
- W vs Zambia 5–0 · 2026-03-31
- W vs Mauritania 2–1 · 2026-03-27
- W vs Angola 2–0 · 2025-11-14
- W vs Puerto Rico 6–0 · 2025-10-14
- W vs Venezuela 1–0 · 2025-10-10
- L vs Ecuador 0–1 · 2025-09-09 · FIFA World Cup qualification
Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
Group J Fixtures & Predictions
FAQ
Which group is Argentina in at the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina are in Group J.
What are Argentina's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?
Our model gives Argentina a 21.5% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 2179.
When was the Argentina national football team founded?
1893.
Where do Argentina play their home matches?
At the Estadio Más Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina (capacity 70,074).
How many World Cups has Argentina won?
Argentina have won the FIFA World Cup 3 times: 1978, 1986, 2022.
What is Argentina's all-time record?
Argentina have played 1067 internationals, winning 590 (55.3%). At the World Cup they have 47 wins, 17 draws and 24 defeats from 88 matches.