Argentina is preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which is co-hosted by Mexico, Canada and the United States. According to NDTV, the team has been warming up for the tournament after recording a 3–0 victory over Iceland in Auburn last week. The reports focus on timing around Lionel Messi’s potential first appearance in the competition, referencing Argentina’s recent match as part of their lead-up. The sources do not provide additional details beyond the team’s preparation and the outcome of the Iceland friendly, nor do they specify Argentina’s match schedule or confirm the exact match date and opponent in which Messi will first play. Overall, the information presented centers on Argentina’s pre-tournament form and the context for when Messi might be expected to join the lineup for the World Cup.