Argentina vs. Honduras: Match Preview, Team News, and How to Watch

Asher Hyre Updated: Jun 05 2026 17:44

As the World Cup approaches, reigning champions Argentina are finalizing their preparations with a friendly match against Honduras. This fixture will be followed by another test against Iceland on Wednesday, June 10, before their tournament opener against Algeria on June 17.

Argentina's head coach, Lionel Scaloni, is expected to rest star player Lionel Messi for this match. The Inter Miami forward has been managing a "hamstring overload associated with muscle fatigue in his left leg," according to a medical report released by his club a few weeks ago. While the issue is not considered serious enough to jeopardize his World Cup participation, Scaloni is likely to take a cautious approach and give other players valuable minutes.

The manager is also dealing with fitness concerns surrounding several other key players, including Gonzalo Montiel, Nahuel Molina, and Nicolás Paz, making this friendly an important opportunity to assess his squad's depth.

For Honduras, led by Spanish coach José Francisco Molina, this match serves as a crucial rehearsal. It provides a chance to build team chemistry and allows the new manager to continue implementing his tactical structure ahead of their own competitive fixtures.

Key Statistics

Argentina scored 31 goals in 18 matches during their World Cup qualifying campaign. The Albiceleste conceded just 10 goals throughout the qualifiers for the tournament in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Honduras has secured only four wins in their last 10 matches.

Predicted Lineups

Argentina: Gerónimo Rulli; Agustín Giay, Nicolás Otamendi, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico; Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Thiago Almada; Lautaro Martínez, and José Manuel López.

Coach: Lionel Scaloni

Honduras: Menjívar; Sacaza, Martínez, Meléndez, Arriaga; Rosales, Palma, Reyes, Rivas; Benguche, and Moncada.

Coach: José Francisco Molina

Injury Report

Argentina: Gonzalo Montiel, Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, Nicolás Paz, and Lionel Messi are all dealing with fitness issues.

Honduras: Julián José Martínez is sidelined with an injury.

Head-to-Head History

September 24, 2022: Argentina 3 - 0 Honduras

May 28, 2016: Argentina 1 - 0 Honduras

Match Details: Date, Time, and How to Watch

The friendly between Argentina and Honduras will be played on Saturday, June 6, at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CT / 5:00 p.m. PT.

The match will be broadcast on ESPN Deportes on TV, and will be streamed on ESPN+.