Argentina vs Algeria 2026 World Cup preview, team news, prediction and betting tips: Reigning champions to land early win

Defending champions Argentina will finally kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign as they meet Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday.

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Market

Best odds

Confidence

Primary tip

Argentina to win

1.42

High

Value bet

Under 2.5 goals

1.88

Medium

Player prop

Lautaro Martinez anytime goalscorer

2.30

Medium

Lionel Messi (Argentina) is one of the highest-paid footballers at the 2026 World Cup


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