Argentina defeated Honduras 2-0 in an international friendly before the 2026 World Cup with goals from Lautaro Martinez and Giuliano Simeone. Lionel Scaloni’s side controlled the match from the opening minutes, creating the best chances and limiting Honduras to very few opportunities throughout the night.
Argentina took the lead before halftime when Lautaro Martinez calmly converted a penalty after Nicolas Tagliafico was brought down inside the box. The hosts continued to dominate possession and nearly extended their advantage on several occasions through Giovanni Lo Celso, Giuliano Simeone and Thiago Almada.
In the second half, Argentina sealed the victory with a brilliant team move finished by Giuliano Simeone after an excellent backheel assist from Lautaro Martinez. Honduras remained organized defensively, but Argentina comfortably managed the game and closed out a convincing 2-0 win in College Station.
10:10PM
Thanks for joining us!
Argentina beat Honduras 2-0 in the 2026 pre-World Cup international friendly and you lived every moment of this exciting game here, on Bolavip.
Thanks for staying with us, see you next time!
10:05PM
90′ – Full time! (2-0)
The referee blows the final whistle and Argentina secure a comfortable 2-0 victory over Honduras in the 2026 pre-World Cup international friendly. Lautaro Martinez opened the scoring from the penalty spot before Giuliano Simeone added the second, capping a dominant performance in College Station.
10:01PM
90′ – Four minutes of added time (2-0)
The fourth official signals four minutes of stoppage time at the end of the second half.
10:00PM
89′ – Great save denies Tomas Aranda (2-0)
Tomas Aranda unleashes a well-struck effort from outside the box that is heading toward the corner, but the Honduras goalkeeper produces an excellent save to keep the score at 2-0.
09:57PM
86′ – Argentina make another substitution (2-0)
Argentina make another change as Nicolas Otamendi leaves the match and Joaquin Freitas comes on for the closing stages.
09:55PM
84′ – Both teams make multiple substitutions (2-0)
Argentina make three changes as Juan Musso, Exequiel Palacios, and Giuliano Simeone come off for Santiago Beltran, Tomas Aranda and Nicolas Capaldo. Honduras also refresh their lineup with Rigoberto Rivas, Joseph Rosales, Giancarlos Sacaza, Edrick Menjivar, Luis Palma and Cristopher Melendez making way for Jeffry Miranda, Jose Aguilera, Clinton Bennett, Luis Ortiz, Kevin Guiti and Cristian Canales.
09:47PM
76′ – Rodrigo De Paul’s shot is blocked (2-0)
Rodrigo De Paul tries his luck with a right-footed effort from outside the box, but the attempt is blocked before it can trouble the Honduras goalkeeper. Argentina continue to push for a third goal.
09:44PM
72′ – Yellow card for Facundo Medina (2-0)
Facundo Medina receives a yellow card after committing a foul on Keyrol Figueroa.
09:42PM
71′ – Play resumes after the cooling break (2-0)
The cooling break comes to an end and the referee restarts play in College Station. Argentina continue with a two-goal advantage as Honduras look to find a way back into the match.
09:37PM
66′ – Honduras make two substitutions (2-0)
Honduras make a pair of changes as Dereck Moncada and Edwin Rodriguez come off. Exon Arzu and Jose Reyes enter the match as the visitors look for fresh energy in the closing stages.
09:36PM
65′ – Triple substitution for Argentina (2-0)
Argentina make three changes as Lautaro Martinez, Thiago Almada and Lisandro Martinez leave the field. Jose Manuel Lopez, Enzo Fernandez and Cristian Romero come on as Lionel Scaloni refreshes his lineup with the two-goal lead.
09:31PM
61′ – Argentina denied twice in the same attack (2-0)
Argentina come close to adding a third goal with two chances in quick succession. Giovanni Lo Celso sees his left-footed effort from the middle of the box blocked after a pass from Thiago Almada, and moments later, Giuliano Simeone keeps the ball in play before delivering a cross that Facundo Medina heads on target, only to be denied by the goalkeeper.
09:26PM
55′ – GOOOOOOAL FOR ARGENTINA! (2-0)
Argentina produce a brilliant team move to double their lead. Lautaro Martinez delivers a perfectly weighted backheel pass into the box for Giuliano Simeone, who times his diagonal run, controls the ball and finishes with composure to make it 2-0.
09:25PM
54′ – Yellow card for Denil Maldonado (1-0)
Denil Maldonado receives a yellow card after bringing down Giovanni Lo Celso in midfield. The foul stops another promising Argentina attack and earns the Honduras defender a booking.
09:23PM
52′ – Thiago Almada misses a clear chance (1-0)
Thiago Almada gets on the end of Giuliano Simeone’s pass and fires from the middle of the box, but his effort sails high and wide. Argentina come close to doubling their advantage with another well-crafted attacking move.
09:18PM
47′ – Both teams make halftime changes (1-0)
Argentina make two substitutions at the break as Valentin Barco and Nicolas Tagliafico come off for Rodrigo De Paul and Facundo Medina. Honduras also make a change, with Jorge Benguche making way for Keyrol Figueroa to begin the second half.
09:16PM
45′ – Second half is underway! (1-0)
The referee blows the whistle to start the second half in College Station.
08:57PM
45′ – Halftime (1-0)
The referee brings the first half to an end with Argentina holding a 1-0 lead over Honduras in College Station. Lautaro Martinez’s penalty is the difference after an entertaining opening 45 minutes in which Argentina created the better chances while Honduras remained organized and competitive.
08:54PM
45′ – Four minutes of added time (1-0)
The fourth official indicates that four minutes will be added at the end of the first half.
08:53PM
45′ – Argentina threaten again through Simeone (1-0)
Argentina put together another excellent attacking move as Lo Celso gets to the byline and delivers a pass into the middle. Giuliano Simeone reaches the ball, but his shot lacks power and is comfortably dealt with by the Honduras defense.
08:49PM
42′ – Midfield battle takes over the match (1-0)
The game becomes a physical contest in midfield as Honduras try to increase the pressure without leaving spaces at the back. Argentina remain dangerous on the counterattack, forcing the visitors to stay organized defensively.
08:44PM
36′ – GOOOOOOOAL FOR ARGENTINA! (1-0)
Lautaro Martinez converts from the penalty spot to give Argentina the lead. The striker delivers a composed finish, sending his shot into the same side as the goalkeeper, who is unable to keep it out.
08:42PM
35′ – Penalty awarded to Argentina! (0-0)
Argentina are awarded a penalty after Giovanni Lo Celso’s shot crashes off the post. The rebound falls to Nicolas Tagliafico, who is brought down by Carlos Melendez inside the box, prompting the referee to point straight to the spot.
08:40PM
33′ – Play stopped as Dereck Moncada receives treatment (0-0)
The match is temporarily halted as the medical staff attend to Dereck Moncada after a collision with Lisandro Martinez.
08:38PM
30′ – Yellow card for Valentin Barco (0-0)
Valentin Barco goes into the referee’s book after committing a foul on Joseph Rosales. The Argentina defender receives the first yellow card of the match as Honduras prepare to restart play.
08:33PM
25′ – Play resumes after the cooling break (0-0)
The players return to the field and the referee restarts the action in College Station. Argentina and Honduras are back underway as both sides look to find the opening goal.
08:31PM
23′ – Cooling break (0-0)
The referee pauses the match for the scheduled cooling break as players from both sides head to the sidelines for water and instructions from their coaching staffs before play resumes.
08:27PM
19′ – Edwin Rodriguez fires Honduras’ first chance (0-0)
Honduras create their first opportunity of the match as Dereck Moncada sets up Edwin Rodriguez, who strikes from outside the box. His effort sails over the crossbar, giving Juan Musso no trouble.
08:25PM
17′ – Honduras look to slow the tempo (0-0)
Honduras try to keep possession and control the ball in an effort to reduce Argentina’s intensity. Argentina, however, continue to apply constant pressure, looking to win the ball back quickly and maintain control of the match.
08:20PM
11′ – Argentina create another dangerous chance (0-0)
Argentina put together a well-worked attacking move as Barco combines with Almada, who slips a pass into the box for Giuliano Simeone. His cross finds Lautaro Martinez, whose header is comfortably saved by Menjivar.
08:15PM
7′ – Giuliano Simeone tests Menjivar from distance (0-0)
Giuliano Simeone unleashes a powerful shot from outside the box after capitalizing on a poor clearance by Menjivar. The Honduras goalkeeper quickly recovers and makes the save to keep the score level.
08:13PM
5′ – Honduras press high without the ball (0-0)
Honduras are happy to let Argentina control possession but push their defensive line forward to apply early pressure. Colo Barco and Lo Celso are taking responsibility for building from the back, looking to break through the visitors’ aggressive press.
08:08PM
0′ – Game is underway! (0-0)
The referee blows the whistle and the international friendly between Argentina and Honduras is underway in College Station, Texas.
07:58PM
Argentina and Honduras are on the field for the national anthems
Argentina and Honduras are on the field for the national anthems and the traditional pre-match handshake as the final moments before kickoff unfold in College Station, Texas. Both sides are set to begin this international friendly.
07:46PM
Argentina starting XI
Argentina will line up as follows: Juan Musso; Agustin Giay, Nicolas Otamendi, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico; Giuliano Simeone, Exequiel Palacios, Valentin Barco; Giovanni Lo Celso; Thiago Almada, Lautaro Martinez.
07:28PM
Honduras confirmed lineup
Honduras will line up as follows: Edrick Menjivar; Carlos Melendez, Joseph Rosales, D. Maldonado, G. Sacaza; Kervin Arriaga, Edwin Rodriguez, D. Moncada; Rigoberto Rivas, Jorge Benguche, Luis Palma.
07:10PM
Is Lionel Messi playing?
Lionel Messi is not guaranteed to start against Honduras after dealing with a recent injury concern. However, he could feature during the match if the coaching staff considers his recovery to be on track and he is fully fit to contribute.
Argentina will continue to assess his condition ahead of kickoff, with his availability potentially decided closer to match time.
06:30PM
Argentina and Honduras clash in international friendly
Welcome to our live blog of this international friendly match!
Argentina face Honduras in College Station, Texas, as both sides continue their preparation ahead of upcoming international commitments. Argentina arrive with their World Cup build-up in full focus, while Honduras look to test themselves against top-level opposition.
Stay with us for key updates, match insights, and minute-by-minute coverage as Argentina and Honduras go head-to-head in this international friendly.
