Argentina to play two African countries
Argentina will still have time to test itself ahead of the World Cup, but it’s hard to imagine a better opportunity than the now-cancelled clash with Spain national football team. Instead of facing the reigning European champions, the world champions will take on Mauritania national football team on March 27 at La Bombonera. Because the Finalissima was postponed too late—just two weeks before it was supposed to be played—both teams had limited options for replacement opponents. Spain managed quite well, arranging friendlies against Serbia national football team and Egypt national football team. Argentina, however, had far fewer choices and ultimately accepted a match against a clearly weaker opponent.AMISTOSO CONFIRMADO DE LA SELECCIÓN ARGENTINA.🇦🇷 ARGENTINA – MAURITANIA 🇲🇷 🗓️ 27 de Marzo de 2026.🏟️ La Bombonera. pic.twitter.com/r58pyCEmUE— Info Argentino (@GonzaLog84251) March 20, 2026 Mauritania currently sits 115th in the FIFA rankings, and their last win came against Togo national ..