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World Champion Argentina to Play June Matches in Chicago and Washington DC Metro Area on the Road to 2024 Copa America

February 26, 2024 - Major League Soccer (MLS)
Chicago Fire FC News Release


NEW YORK & BUENOS AIRES - The defending FIFA World Cup champion and top ranked national team in the world Argentina will play two June games in in the United States prior to their participation in CONMEBOL Copa America 2024. The Asociación del Fútbol Argentino (AFA) and Soccer United Marketing (SUM) today announced that the South American side will take on continental rival Ecuador Sunday, June 9 at Chicago's famed Soldier Field. On Friday, June 14, Argentina will take on Guatemala at FedExField in the greater Washington DC metro area. Additional game details, including broadcast information and kickoff times, will be announced in the coming months.

American Express early access tickets will go on sale Friday, March 1 at 10 a.m. local, and seats to general public on Monday, March 4 at 10 a.m. local through www.Ticketmaster.com [Chicago match] and www.SeatGeek.com [DC match] (terms apply). Early access seats are available to American Express cards worldwide, which is just one of the many entertainment benefits Amex Card Members have access to.

Argentina is led by its captain, Inter Miami CF (MLS) midfielder Lionel Messi, the current Ballon d'Or winner and The Best FIFA Men's Player, who is widely considered by fans and media as one of the best players in the history of the game. The team's long list of global stars also features Aston Villa (EPL) goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martinez, Manchester City (EPL) forward Julian Alvarez, and Benfica (POR) central defender Nicolás Otamendi.

"A tour prior to a cup is always important, especially because you adjust the final details for the debut of the tournament," said Argentina Head Coach Lionel Scaloni said. "These two games will leave the team ready to compete."

Argentina v. Ecuador

Total matches: 39

Record: Argentina leads series with 23 wins, 5 losses and 11 draws

Last match: September 7, 2023, in Buenos Aires; 1-0 Argentina win; CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying

Argentina v. Guatemala

Total matches: 2

Record: Argentina leads series with two wins

Last match: September 7, 2018, in Los Angeles, 3-0 Argentina win; International Friendly

2024 Argentina U.S. Tour Dates

Date/

Local Time Opponent Venue City Tickets / Attendance TV/Radio

Sunday, June 9; 6:00 p.m. Ecuador Soldier Field Chicago, IL www.ticketmaster.com TBD

Friday, June 14; 8:00 p.m. Guatemala FedExField Landover, MD

www.seatgeek.com TBD

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