In a dominant display, Argentina secured a crucial 3-0 win over Algeria in Group J of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Lautaro Martinez opened the scoring with a well-placed header in the 25th minute, followed by a stunning strike from Paulo Dybala in the 58th. Alexis Mac Allister sealed the victory with a cool finish in the 82nd, moving Argentina atop the group standings and dealing a significant blow to Algeria's qualification hopes.