Overview
- Spain clinched direct qualification to the 2026 World Cup with a 2-2 draw against Turkey, freeing its schedule for the March window.
- FIFA has given the event priority by reserving the March international window, with no other national-team fixtures planned that day.
- Organizers are targeting late March 2026 for the match, with March 28 reported as the leading option and some reports citing March 27, pending confirmation.
- Venue discussions are ongoing, with Miami and Riyadh in the mix and Doha’s Lusail Stadium described as a strong candidate.
- Spain coach Luis de la Fuente expressed enthusiasm for facing Argentina and said the staff will closely monitor players to prepare for the fixture.