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Argentina Sets June Friendlies at Auburn and Texas A&M, Bringing First International Match to Jordan-Hare

The exhibitions highlight a shift toward hosting pre-World Cup tune-ups in giant college stadiums.

Overview

  • Argentina, which announced Thursday, scheduled Honduras at Texas A&M’s Kyle Field on June 6 and Iceland at Auburn’s Jordan-Hare Stadium on June 9 with a 7:30 p.m. CT kickoff.
  • Jordan-Hare will host its first international soccer game in the stadium’s 87-year history, while Kyle Field previously staged Mexico vs. Brazil in 2024 before 85,249 fans.
  • Lionel Messi leads the reigning world champions, with the Auburn match part of their final U.S. preparations ahead of the World Cup that opens June 11.
  • Tickets for the Auburn match start at $45 and go on sale April 15 at 9 a.m. CT, with pre-sale registration available at RoadTo26.com.
  • The games are part of the Road to 26 series co-promoted by Unified Events and Florida Citrus Sports, and local officials in Auburn and College Station expect tourism and spending bumps from visiting fans.