Argentina and Messi Arrive in Kansas City to Begin Preparation for the 2026 World Cup
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
The reigning World Champion, Argentina, arrived in Kansas City on Sunday to begin preparations for the 2026 World Cup. Their first match will be against Algeria on June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium. The charter flight, which honored the 1978 World Cup-winning team, landed shortly after 11 a.m. CT. Most players arrived on the charter, while some are joining from their clubs worldwide. They will stay at the Origin Hotel, where security has been heightened. Argentina plans a light training session on Sunday and a full practice on Monday at the Compass Minerals National Performance Center. Lionel Messi, who is set to play in his sixth World Cup, leads a squad that includes 17 players from the 2022 championship team.
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