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Argentina Chooses Kansas City as 2026 World Cup Base

The federation cited favorable travel distances, strong facilities, overall comfort following multiple inspection trips.

Overview

  • Argentina confirmed it will base in Kansas City and will open against Algeria at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on June 16.
  • AFA said the choice followed several site inspections and a final report focused on logistics, facilities and delegation comfort.
  • Multiple outlets report Sporting Kansas City’s Compass Minerals National Performance Center as the likely training site, though no facility has been officially named.
  • Argentina’s remaining group matches are scheduled in the Dallas area against Austria on June 22 and Jordan on June 27.
  • Kansas City officials welcomed the announcement as airlines, hotels and venues prepare, and other national teams are still evaluating KC-area base camps.