Argentina heads into the 2026 tournament as the defending world champions and one of the leading contenders to lift the trophy once again.
Argentina World Cup odds place La Albiceleste among the favorites behind Spain, France, England, and Brazil, with expectations high for another deep run. Drawn into Group J alongside Algeria, Austria, and Jordan, Argentina is widely expected to advance comfortably into the knockout rounds. Currently ranked third in the FIFA world rankings, Lionel Scaloni’s side (led by Lionel Messi) once again has the talent and experience to challenge for football’s biggest prize.
Below, we’ll examine Argentina’s World Cup odds, the Group J schedule, and the potential path to the Final.
Argentina World Cup odds
Argentina is near the top of the board when it comes to World Cup odds following its victorious 2022 run in Qatar, which culminated in a victory over France in penalties. Most World Cup betting sites have Argentina in the top five teams with odds longer than Spain, France, England, and Brazil.
Argentina’s World Cup betting lines: Argentina vs. Algeria
Argentina begins its World Cup title defense against Algeria on June 16. In the table below, view the current game odds.
Argentina World Cup Schedule: Group J Opponents & Game Times
| Date | Time | Opponent | Location |
| Tuesday, June 16 | 9 p.m. ET | Algeria | Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, USA) |
| Monday, June 22 | 1 p.m. ET | Austria | AT&T Stadium (Dallas, USA) |
| Saturday, June 27 | 10 p.m. ET | Jordan | AT&T Stadium (Dallas, USA) |
Argentina’s Path to 2026 World Cup Final
Argentina shouldn’t have too many problems in finishing top of Group J. While Austria is likely to be their nearest challenger, Argentina should top the Group with ease. If they do, they’ll likely face Uruguay in the Round of 32. A clash of the South American giants, it’s one Argentina should get safely through.
Moving forward, Argentina could face Turkiye in the Round of 16. A tough game, sure, but one Argentina should come through with relative ease. A quarterfinal against Portugal potentially awaits, with a semifinal against Morocco or Brazil likely. A victory here will see Argentina reach the Final for the second consecutive tournament.
Argentina must finish top of Group J. If Argentina finishes second in Group J, they could face Spain in the Round of 32. This is why it’s imperative that the South American side finish in 1st place – their potential route to the Final will be much more difficult if they finish as runner-up.