World Champion Argentina to Play at Kyle Field, Jordan-Hare Stadium, as Road to 26 Visits Historic College Football Venues This June
Argentina faces Honduras at Texas A&M on June 6, plays Iceland at Auburn on June 9
HOUSTON — International soccer giant and current World Champion Argentina will play its final preparation matches before this summer’s World Cup at two iconic college football stadiums as part of Road to 26 presented by Turkish Airlines.
Led by eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi, Argentina will square off with Honduras on Saturday, June 6, at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas, before facing Iceland on Tuesday, June 9, at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama.
The June 6 match at Kyle Field is set for 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT and will be only the second international soccer friendly played at the “Home of the 12th Man.” Mexico previously faced Brazil at the venue in June of 2024 in front of 85,249 fans, setting a record for Mexico’s men’s national team in the Lone Star State at the time.
Winners of three World Cup titles (1978, 1986, 2022), Argentina has won all three of its previous meetings with Honduras, including a 3-0 victory in a 2022 friendly in Miami.
The June 9 match at Jordan-Hare Stadium, set for 8:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. CT, will be the first international soccer contest in the venue’s 87-year history and marks Iceland’s first visit to the United States since 2016. Argentina’s only previous meeting with Iceland came in the group stage of the 2018 World Cup, when Iceland used its first-ever World Cup goal to force a stunning 1-1 draw.
Tickets for both Argentina matches go on sale Wednesday, April 15, at 10 a.m. ET/9 a.m. CT. Fans may register for exclusive pre-sale access at RoadTo26.com.
The Road to 26, a series of high-profile soccer matches co-promoted by Unified Events and Florida Citrus Sports (FCS), kicked off in March and features international giants such as Brazil, France, Colombia and Egypt. A current match schedule is included below.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
Trev Alberts, Director of Athletics, Texas A&M University
“We look forward to seeing international soccer return to Kyle Field, especially ahead of the World Cup this summer. This is a very exciting time for soccer across the world as well as in the state of Texas. It will be a great opportunity to welcome fans from all over to our campus and one of the most elite venues in college sports. We are always looking to advance the brand of Texas A&M to grow its established global reach and impact. We know hosting these kinds of events emphasizes that strategy and allows us to continue expanding our footprint.”
John Nichols, Mayor, City of College Station
“We’re proud to welcome international soccer back to College Station. Events like this showcase our ability to host on a global stage and give our community and visitors the chance to experience something truly special right here at home.”
John Cohen, Athletics Director, Auburn University
“To have the reigning FIFA World Cup champions choose Auburn as the site of their last match before defending their title represents a tremendous achievement and an incredible opportunity for Auburn Athletics and Auburn University. This match will bring worldwide attention and exposure to Auburn and our community.”
Rhett Hobart, Deputy Athletics Director/External Affairs and Chief Revenue Officer, Auburn University
“To see the defending FIFA World Cup champions compete on Pat Dye Field will mark a unique milestone in Jordan-Hare Stadium’s iconic history and will be an incredible experience for the Auburn family, our community and guests. We are thrilled to partner with Unified Events and Florida Citrus Sports to bring this exceptional event to the Auburn community as we continue to strengthen Auburn’s position as a premier destination for live entertainment in the Southeast.”
Ron Anders, Mayor, City of Auburn
“Athletic events have long been an economic driver for our community, boosting our local retailers, restaurants and hotels while providing a way for fans to have a special experience together in the heart of our city. We appreciate the hard work of Auburn Athletics and Auburn University in bringing this event to Auburn.”
ROAD TO 26 SCHEDULE
Saturday, June 6
Bolivia vs. Scotland — Sports Illustrated Stadium (Harrison, N.J.) — 4 p.m. ET/3 p.m. CT*
Brazil vs. Egypt — Huntington Bank Field (Cleveland, Ohio) — 6 p.m. ET/5 p.m. CT*
Argentina vs. Honduras — Kyle Field (College Station, Texas) — 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT *
Tuesday, June 9
Argentina vs. Iceland — Jordan-Hare Stadium (Auburn, Ala.) — 8:30 p.m./7:30 p.m. CT*
*Kickoff times subject to change.