Ecuador vs. Argentina Showdown: Your Complete Guide to Streaming the Crucial 2026 World Cup Qualifier

Argentina heads to Ecuador for the concluding match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL qualifying campaign, with both teams having already secured their spots for next summer's tournament.

The Albiceleste is riding high after an impressive showing against Venezuela. Lionel Scaloni's squad controlled the match from beginning to end, defeating La Vinotinto 3–0. The evening at Estadio Mâs Monumental carried special significance as it likely marked Lionel Messi's last World Cup qualifying appearance—he will be absent for the Ecuador fixture.

Meanwhile, Sebastián Beccacece's Ecuador settled for their fourth consecutive 0–0 stalemate in their previous outing against Paraguay. Ecuador has emerged as one of the world's premier defensive units, coming into the Argentina encounter with a 10-game undefeated streak during which they've allowed only a single goal.

Scaloni praised Ecuador as "one of the best national teams in the world right now" before the fixture. Beccacece reciprocated by describing Scaloni's Argentina as "the best national team in history."

While the pressure may be minimal, this features two of the globe's most formidable national sides going head-to-head. Here's your guide to watching Argentina's encounter with Ecuador.

What Time Does Ecuador vs. Argentina Kick-Off?

How to Watch Ecuador vs. Argentina on TV and Live Stream

Viewers in the United States seeking to follow the Ecuador vs. Argentina action can access it via streaming on Fanatiz USA. North of the border, Canadian supporters can view the match through Fanatiz Canada.

U.K. audiences prepared for a midnight start time can catch the fixture on Premier Sports 1, or stream it via Premier Sports Player or Amazon Prime Video.

Mexican fans will have access to the game through Claro Sports.

What's Next for Argentina?

After the Ecuador clash, Argentina's schedule consists solely of exhibition matches leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

La Albiceleste will resume play in October with two friendlies on American territory. Initially, Argentina will meet Venezuela again on Oct. 10 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Three days afterward, Scaloni's team will take on Puerto Rico. While official confirmation is pending, all indications suggest the match will occur at Chicago's Soldier Field.