Argentina and Iceland to Face Off in Pre-World Cup Friendly at Auburn

Tickets now available for the June 9 match at Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:50am

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The defending World Cup champions Argentina will take on Iceland in a pre-tournament friendly at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama on June 9. This will be the first time an international soccer team has played at the renowned college football venue, which can hold up to 90,000 fans. Tickets are now on sale, with prices starting at $120.

Why it matters

This match is part of FIFA's 'Road to 26' series, which features several high-profile international friendlies across the United States ahead of the 2026 World Cup. It will give Argentina a chance to fine-tune their squad and tactics before the tournament, while also generating excitement for the World Cup in the host country.

The details

Argentina and Iceland will face off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, June 9 at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama. Tickets are available on StubHub, with lower-level seats starting at $135. This will be Argentina's final warm-up match before the World Cup, where they will look to defend their title.

  • The match will take place on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
  • Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET.

The players

Argentina

The defending champions of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Argentina will use this match as a final tune-up before the 2026 tournament.

Iceland

The Iceland national team will provide tough opposition for Argentina as they prepare for the World Cup.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be the first international soccer team to play at the iconic Jordan-Hare Stadium. This is a great opportunity for our squad to get one last competitive match under our belts before the World Cup.”

— Lionel Messi, Captain, Argentina National Team

“Playing the defending champions on their home turf is going to be a huge challenge, but we're looking forward to it. It's a chance to test ourselves against the best and see where we're at ahead of the World Cup.”

— Gylfi Sigurðsson, Midfielder, Iceland National Team

What’s next

Tickets for the Argentina vs. Iceland friendly are on sale now on StubHub. Fans are encouraged to secure their seats early, as this match is expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

This pre-World Cup friendly between the defending champions Argentina and Iceland represents an exciting opportunity for soccer fans in the United States to see top international talent on the pitch. The match at Auburn's iconic Jordan-Hare Stadium will build anticipation for the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.