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Three stars. That is what sits above the Argentina badge today — the weight of 1978, 1986, and Qatar 2022 compressed into three small gold shapes that every Argentine fan has grown up staring at. A fourth star would mean something different entirely. It would place Argentina alongside Germany and Italy as joint-second most World Cup titles in history — behind only Brazil's five — and it would do so with a third title in four tournaments, in Messi's final World Cup, on North American soil.
Argentina's knockout stage venues at World Cup 2026 are the cities where that fourth star either gets written onto the shirt or doesn't. From the Round of 32 through a potential quarter-final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, a semi-final at either AT&T Stadium in Dallas or MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, and the World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium on July 19 — every step of this path is a city you need a hotel in, a flight to find, and a match ticket to chase.
This is the long-game article. Most of the searches that find this page in March are quiet — a few thousand per month. By July, if Argentina are advancing round by round, keywords like 'fourth star Argentina' and 'World Cup Final MetLife Stadium tickets' will be among the most searched sports terms on the entire internet. We are writing this now so you can plan now — before hotel prices double, before domestic flights sell out, and before the rest of the world catches up with what Argentina fans already know is possible.
For the group stage foundation — Kansas City and Dallas — see our Argentina Fans Kansas City Guide and Argentina Fans Dallas & Arlington Guide. This guide picks up from where the group stage ends and takes you all the way to the Final.
Everything in this guide leads here. Every free-cancellation hotel you hold, every domestic flight you search, every planning decision you make in March — it is all in service of this date. The fans inside MetLife on that evening will have been planning since now.
Source: FIFA World Cup 2026
Argentina's Knockout Stage Venues: The Projected Path Round by Round
World Cup 2026 introduces a 48-team format with a Round of 32 before the familiar Round of 16, Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and Final. Argentina could play up to five knockout matches across multiple cities. The bracket determines which venues each team visits — specific Round of 32 and Round of 16 assignments cannot be confirmed until the group stage concludes.
Here is Argentina's most likely knockout path based on projected group placement and the confirmed 2026 venue structure. R32 and R16 venue assignments must be verified at FIFA.com once bracket results are confirmed:
The strategic implication for fans is significant: this is potentially a 4–5 city journey across the United States over 4–6 weeks after the group stage ends. You do not need to book confirmed non-refundable travel for every city now — but you do need to hold free-cancellation accommodation in every projected knockout city now, before Argentina's advancement turns quiet hotel searches into sold-out markets at double the price.
Note that both semi-final venues are already relevant to Argentina fans: AT&T Stadium in Dallas is where Argentina played their group stage matches on June 22 and June 27, and MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford is also the Final venue on July 19. A team in Semi-Final 2 plays at MetLife — the same ground where the Final takes place four days later.
| Round | Projected Date | Confirmed Venue | City | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round of 32 | Late June / Early July | [VERIFY: confirm R32 venue via FIFA bracket] | [VERIFY: confirm from official draw results] | First knockout round. Venue TBC based on bracket position. |
| Round of 16 | Early July | [VERIFY: confirm R16 venue via FIFA bracket] | [VERIFY: confirm from official draw results] | Venue TBC based on R32 result and bracket. |
| Quarter-Final | Early–Mid July | Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Gardens, FL | Projected QF venue based on expected bracket side. Capacity 65,000. |
| Semi-Final | July 14 or July 15 | AT&T Stadium (SF1) or MetLife Stadium (SF2) | Arlington, TX (SF1) or East Rutherford, NJ (SF2) | Both confirmed SF venues. Assignment depends on bracket side. |
| World Cup Final | July 19, 2026 | MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, NJ (New York area) | Confirmed. Capacity 82,500. The largest venue in the tournament. |
Official Sources
Projected path based on FIFA 2026 bracket structure and Argentina's expected group placement. R32 and R16 venue assignments subject to official bracket results. SF and Final venues confirmed by FIFA.
The Zero-Cost Knockout Hotel Strategy Every Argentina Fan Must Execute Now
This is the most important section in this entire guide — more valuable than any specific hotel recommendation or flight price. It is the strategy that separates the Argentine fans who are inside MetLife Stadium on July 19 from the ones who are watching from a Buenos Aires bar because every New York hotel sold out the day Argentina reached the Final.
Here is exactly how the zero-cost free-cancellation strategy works:
- Book free-cancellation rooms in every projected knockout city right now. You pay nothing until the cancellation deadline — typically 24–72 hours before check-in depending on the property.
- When Argentina are eliminated or when a specific city is confirmed as not on their path, cancel those rooms immediately. Zero cost. No penalty. No loss.
- When Argentina advance to a city where you have a room held, your accommodation is confirmed at today's pricing while everyone else is paying 2–4x on last-minute inventory released after the result.
- The fundamental rule that makes this strategy work: World Cup knockout city hotel prices do not fall after a result is confirmed. They only rise — sharply, within 24–48 hours of the final whistle.
- Cities where you need free-cancellation rooms held today: the projected R32 city (TBC), the projected R16 city (TBC), Miami for the quarter-final at Hard Rock Stadium, Dallas/Arlington (AT&T, SF1) and/or New York/New Jersey (MetLife, SF2) for the semi-final, and the New York/New Jersey area for Final weekend July 17–20.
- The only rooms that qualify for this strategy are those with genuine free cancellation up to 24–72 hours before check-in. Read the full cancellation policy before booking — 'non-refundable but cheaper' rooms are a completely different product.
Execute the Zero-Cost Strategy Right Now — Miami QF and MetLife Final Weekend
Hold rooms in Miami for the quarter-final and in New York/New Jersey for Final weekend. Cancel whatever Argentina don't reach. The fans at MetLife on July 19 booked in March.
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Quarter-Final: Hotels in Miami Near Hard Rock Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens is the projected venue for Argentina's quarter-final — capacity 65,000, one of the tournament's premium knockout venues, in a city with a deep Argentine and South American diaspora. For Argentine fans, Miami feels more like an extension of Buenos Aires than any other US city. Spanish is widely spoken, Argentine restaurants and bakeries exist in every neighbourhood, and the pre-match energy on a QF night in this city will be extraordinary.
Understanding Miami's geography is essential for choosing the right hotel. Hard Rock Stadium sits in Miami Gardens — a northern suburb approximately 15 miles from downtown Miami and South Beach, and 8 miles from Fort Lauderdale. There are three distinct zones worth considering:
Zone 1: Miami Gardens & Aventura — Closest to Hard Rock Stadium
Hotels in Miami Gardens and Aventura put you 5–15 minutes by car from the stadium gates. Aventura has the strongest hotel inventory in this zone alongside good restaurant options. This is where fans attending a single night match will prioritise — minimum commute, maximum stadium proximity.
Expect $160–$300/night for mid-range options on Argentina QF dates. The Aventura Mall area has multiple branded hotel chains that will be selling out as the tournament approaches.
- Best for: fans attending 1–2 nights around the match who prioritise getting to the stadium with zero stress.
- Sunrise and Pembroke Pines (slightly north toward Fort Lauderdale) offer budget overflow at $100–$160/night.
- Pre-book a fixed-price Kiwitaxi transfer from your Miami Gardens hotel to Hard Rock — surge pricing on Uber/Lyft on match day will be severe.
- Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is 8 miles from Hard Rock Stadium — a faster and often cheaper airport option than Miami International for fans flying in specifically for the QF.
Zone 2: Brickell & Downtown Miami — Best Balance of City and Stadium Access
For Argentine fans spending 3–5 nights in Miami around the quarter-final, Brickell and downtown Miami provide the best combination of enjoyable neighbourhood, restaurant and bar options, and workable match-day commute (30–45 minutes in normal conditions, up to 75 minutes on QF day).
Brickell hotels run $150–$280/night for 3–4 star options at World Cup knockout dates. The Miami Metrorail Orange Line connects downtown to the Palmetto Station area, from where match-day bus connectors to Hard Rock are expected.
- Best for: fans with 3–5 nights in Miami who want to explore the city alongside attending the match.
- Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village are excellent pre- and post-match dining districts within walking distance of most Brickell hotels.
- Little Havana — one of the most culturally rich neighbourhoods in the US — is 10 minutes by car from Brickell and unmissable for any Argentine fan with a free afternoon between arrival and match day.
Zone 3: South Beach & Miami Beach — Best Experience, Longest Commute
South Beach is the Miami of Argentine imagination — Ocean Drive, the Art Deco strip, the nightlife, the beach. For fans with 5–7 nights and a tolerance for a 60–90 minute match-day commute, it delivers a genuinely extraordinary experience. For fans attending a single match and prioritising access, it is the least practical zone.
South Beach hotels run $180–$400+/night at World Cup knockout dates. Pre-booking is essential — this zone is not where last-minute World Cup rooms appear.
- Best for: fans wanting the full Miami experience, comfortable planning a careful match-day transport strategy.
- Post-match: South Beach is the obvious Argentine celebration destination after a QF victory — being based here means walking from the bar to your hotel at 2am.
- Match-day transport: pre-book a Kiwitaxi transfer from South Beach to Hard Rock — 60–90 minutes, fixed price, no surge.
Flights from Dallas to Miami July 2026: Getting There from the Group Stage
Argentina's group stage ends in Dallas on June 27 at AT&T Stadium. The projected quarter-final at Hard Rock Stadium falls in early-to-mid July. For Argentine fans based in Dallas for the group stage, the DFW–MIA domestic flight is the bridge that connects everything.
This is one of the most in-demand domestic flight corridors in the USA during the World Cup knockout period — not just for Argentina fans, but for all fans with Miami quarter-final fixtures.
- American Airlines operates the most frequent DFW–MIA service with multiple daily non-stop departures. Journey time approximately 2h 30m. Best selection of schedules and fare classes for flexible planning.
- Spirit Airlines offers the lowest base fares on DFW–MIA — typically $50–$120 one-way when booked well in advance. Be aware of Spirit's unbundled bag fees which add $30–$60 per person each way, narrowing the gap with legacy carriers.
- Delta operates the route with solid frequency at mid-range pricing — approximately $90–$180 one-way in advance.
- DFW to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is often $20–$40 cheaper than DFW–MIA and places you 8 miles from Hard Rock Stadium — genuinely competitive with Miami International for this specific venue and worth checking on every search.
- Fares available now: $80–$180 one-way economy. Fares after Argentina's QF is confirmed: $250–$600+ for any remaining seats.
- Best strategy: buy a changeable or refundable economy ticket on DFW–MIA or DFW–FLL for early July now. If Argentina's QF is not in Miami, change or cancel. If it is, you already have a seat at a fraction of the last-minute price.
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Argentina vs Brazil: The Semi-Final the World Is Waiting For
There is one fixture that global football media has been discussing since the World Cup draw — Argentina vs Brazil in the knockout stages of 2026. If both nations advance through their respective bracket halves, a semi-final between the two greatest South American footballing nations becomes possible. It is Messi vs Vinicius. Three Argentine stars against the possibility of a fourth. The Clásico del Río de la Plata scaled to a World Cup semi-final on North American soil.
The realistic planning picture for this fixture:
- The two confirmed semi-final venues for World Cup 2026 are AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas (Semi-Final 1, July 14) and MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey (Semi-Final 2, July 15). The specific fixture assignment will depend on which side of the draw each team occupies after the quarter-finals.
- If Argentina are in Semi-Final 1, they return to AT&T Stadium — the same venue where they played Austria and Jordan in the group stage. A return to Dallas is logistically straightforward for fans who already know the city.
- If Argentina are in Semi-Final 2, they play at MetLife Stadium on July 15 — four days before the Final at the same venue on July 19. This is the scenario where holding Final Weekend accommodation in New York/New Jersey becomes most critical.
- Ticket demand for Argentina vs Brazil in any World Cup knockout round would be the highest of any fixture in the tournament outside the Final itself. Monitor FIFA.com from the moment the quarter-final results are confirmed.
- If you are planning for this fixture, hold free-cancellation rooms in both Dallas/Arlington (SF1) and New York/New Jersey (SF2) from now. Cancel the one you don't need when the bracket is locked after the quarter-finals.
- Transport strategy: if Argentina advance from Miami to a semi-final in a different city, domestic US flights between those points will sell sharply within 48 hours of the quarter-final result. Have your search prepared and flight options identified before the QF kicks off.
- The search volume data says everything: 'Argentina vs Brazil potential semi-final' is projected at 450,000 monthly searches at peak. Plan now while it is still quiet.
Hold Semi-Final Rooms in Both Confirmed SF Cities — Cancel the One You Don't Need
The SF bracket will not be confirmed until after the QFs. You may need to pivot your accommodation on 48–72 hours notice. Hold free-cancellation rooms in both confirmed semi-final venues now.
The Fourth Star: Why This Is the Article We Are Planting in March
This section is not about hotels or flights. It is about why all of that planning matters — and why we are writing this in March when most of the searches are still quiet.
Argentina won their third World Cup in Qatar in 2022 — one of the most emotionally overwhelming sporting events in modern memory. The scenes in Buenos Aires, in Lusail, in Argentine communities around the world that night were unlike anything football had produced in decades. Millions of people who had spent their entire football lives waiting finally had the moment arrive.
A fourth star in 2026 would be different. Not the same relief — that particular weight, the years since 1986, was its own category of feeling. A fourth star would carry the weight of confirmation. It would say that Qatar was not a peak — it was the beginning of a dynasty. That this generation of Argentine players, led by the greatest footballer who has ever lived in what is likely his last World Cup, won it twice.
Argentina with four stars would stand alongside Germany and Italy as joint-second most decorated nations in the history of the sport — four titles each, behind only Brazil's five. With a third title in four tournaments. With Messi as a two-time World Cup winner in the final chapter of the most celebrated career the game has ever produced.
The search term 'fourth star Argentina' currently sits at approximately 2,100 monthly searches. It is projected to reach 1.2 million if Argentina reach the Final. That number is not a travel statistic. It is the measure of how many Argentine fans — in Buenos Aires, in EZE airport departure halls, in Miami hotel rooms, in New Jersey car parks outside MetLife — will type the same thought at the same moment in July.
The fans who are inside MetLife when that moment arrives will have planned this trip in March.
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World Cup 2026 Ticket Sale Dates & Guide →MetLife Stadium Seating Chart: World Cup Final Guide for Argentina Fans
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey sits approximately 8 miles west of Manhattan — close enough to feel like a New York event, contained within its own vast stadium complex on the New Jersey side of the Hudson. Capacity 82,500. The largest venue in the entire World Cup 2026. On July 19 it will be the most important stadium on the planet.
Understanding the MetLife World Cup Seating Zones
The MetLife Stadium seating chart for World Cup 2026 follows the standard FIFA four-category structure applied across the tournament. Here is how the zones map to the physical stadium:
- Category 1 (Premium): lower bowl sideline seats along the long sides of the pitch — closest to the action, best views of the game. The highest-priced tickets in the entire tournament. Argentina fans in this category will be within 30–50 metres of the players during warm-up.
- Category 2: lower bowl end zones and corner sections — still excellent views, strong atmosphere particularly in corner blocks where organised supporter groups tend to cluster.
- Category 3: upper deck sideline and end zone sections — elevated views across the full pitch. The long-side Category 3 sections at MetLife provide excellent panoramic sightlines and are among the best value sections in the stadium.
- Category 4 (most affordable): upper tier end zone sections. The highest seats, but MetLife's steep rake maintains good sightlines. Upper end sections packed with Argentine light blue and white shirts generate some of the best atmosphere in any stadium.
- The full official MetLife World Cup seating chart and section allocations will be published by FIFA on the official ticketing platform. See our MetLife Stadium World Cup Guide for a full venue layout overview.
Getting to MetLife Stadium for the Final: Transport Options
MetLife Stadium is served by NJ Transit direct trains from New York Penn Station — the most reliable match-day option for fans staying in Manhattan or the broader New York metro area.
- NJ Transit direct trains from Penn Station to MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) run on all event days — journey time approximately 30 minutes. On World Cup Final day, enhanced frequency and extended service hours are expected.
- From Midtown Manhattan: subway to Penn Station (multiple lines), then NJ Transit direct. Total journey time approximately 45–60 minutes door-to-stadium-gate.
- From Newark Liberty Airport (EWR): approximately 10–15 minutes to MetLife by taxi or pre-booked transfer — one of the most convenient airport-to-stadium connections of any World Cup venue. EWR is strongly recommended over JFK or LGA for Final weekend arrivals.
- Pre-book a Kiwitaxi fixed-price transfer from your hotel to the stadium for Final day. Match-day traffic and surge pricing around New Jersey on July 19 will be extreme — a locked price eliminates all of that.
- Do not attempt to walk-up for NJ Transit on Final day without a pre-purchased ticket. Train services will be operating under event ticketing — purchase your NJ Transit match-day ticket as soon as the service goes on sale.
Final Weekend Hotels: New York and New Jersey for July 17–20
Final weekend accommodation around MetLife Stadium is the most competitive hotel market in the entire World Cup — more pressured even than any group stage city. Manhattan hotels, Jersey City properties, and Newark options are under demand from football fans globally, media, corporate hospitality, and New York's own visitor economy, all converging on the same four days.
Here is the zone-by-zone breakdown for Argentine fans booking Final weekend accommodation:
Manhattan — Most Options, Best Experience, Highest Price
Staying in Manhattan for Final weekend gives you New York at full intensity — the city amplified by a global sporting event on its doorstep. Midtown and Midtown West are the most practical areas for Penn Station access (NJ Transit to MetLife) and for the concentration of fan gatherings in the days surrounding the Final.
Manhattan hotels in July run $280–$600+/night at standard rates. Final weekend pricing pushes significantly higher as availability tightens. Booking now — in March — is not just advisable. For some properties, it is already necessary.
- Midtown West / Hell's Kitchen: walkable to Penn Station. The most practical Manhattan base for NJ Transit connections to MetLife.
- Times Square: central and well-connected with the widest hotel selection at every price point. Expect significant Argentine fan presence in the surrounding bars on Final eve.
- Lower Manhattan / Financial District: quieter neighbourhood, better hotel value relative to Midtown — 20–25 minutes to Penn Station by subway.
Jersey City & Newark — Best Value Near the Stadium
Jersey City and Newark sit directly across the Hudson from Manhattan — 15–25 minutes from MetLife and typically 30–50% cheaper than equivalent Manhattan hotels. For Argentine fans whose priority is stadium proximity over New York city experience, this is the smart value choice.
Newark hotels near EWR Airport are among the most practical Final weekend options — close to the stadium, strong NJ Transit connections, and significantly cheaper than Manhattan equivalents at $180–$350/night for mid-range options.
- Jersey City waterfront hotels offer Manhattan skyline views at 30–40% lower prices than comparable Manhattan properties. PATH train connects to Manhattan in 10–15 minutes.
- Hoboken: a 10-minute NJ Transit ride from Midtown, Hoboken is highly walkable with excellent bars and restaurants. One of the best group accommodation zones for Final weekend.
- Book Newark / Jersey City free-cancellation rooms as a second hold alongside a Manhattan option — cancel one when Argentina's Final qualification is confirmed.
Group Airbnb & Vrbo: The Smart Option for Argentine Fan Groups
For Argentine fan groups of 4–8 people, a large Airbnb or Vrbo property in Jersey City, Hoboken, or the outer New York boroughs offers the best combination of space, value, and proximity for Final weekend. A 3-bedroom Vrbo in Jersey City sleeping 6 at $400–$600/night total works out at $67–$100 per person — substantially less than individual Manhattan hotel rooms.
- Brooklyn and Queens: for fans comfortable on New York's subway, outer borough Airbnbs offer $50–$80 per person per night in group configurations. Journey to Penn Station: 30–45 minutes.
- Book Vrbo or Airbnb for Final weekend now — private rental inventory in the New York metro for July 17–20 is significantly more limited than hotel stock.
- Vrbo properties with weekly or 4-night minimums are common for Final weekend. Build your Final stay from Thursday July 16 to Monday July 20 if your group has flexibility.
Hold Two Final Weekend Rooms — One Manhattan, One Newark — Cancel One Later
The safest strategy: hold a free-cancellation Manhattan hotel AND a free-cancellation Newark hotel for July 17–20. Cancel the one you prefer less once Argentina's Final qualification is confirmed. Having two options costs nothing and gives you flexibility on the most competitive hotel dates in the tournament.
Argentina Fan's Knockout Stage Planning Checklist: Do These in Order
The fans who follow Argentina all the way to MetLife will have executed this checklist in March. Work through it in sequence — each item gates the next.
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Argentina's Knockout Path: City-by-City Quick Reference
A logistics reference table for Argentina fans planning across every knockout round.
| Round | Likely City / Venue | Flight from Previous City | Hotel Strategy | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R32 | [VERIFY: confirm from FIFA bracket] | Domestic from Dallas DFW | Hold free-cancellation rooms once city is confirmed | Browse USA Hotels → |
| R16 | [VERIFY: confirm from FIFA bracket] | Domestic US — search once R32 city confirmed | Hold free-cancellation rooms once city is confirmed | Browse USA Hotels → |
| Quarter-Final | Miami, FL — Hard Rock Stadium (65,000) | Dallas DFW → Miami MIA (~2h 30m). Search now → | Hold Aventura + Brickell options now | Browse Miami Hotels → |
| Semi-Final | AT&T Stadium, Arlington TX (SF1, July 14) or MetLife Stadium, NJ (SF2, July 15) | Miami MIA → Dallas DFW or Miami MIA → Newark EWR — search once QF result confirmed | Hold rooms in both confirmed SF cities (Dallas/Arlington + New York/NJ) now, cancel one when confirmed | Dallas/Arlington → or New York/NJ → |
| World Cup Final | East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium (82,500) | Domestic US connection to EWR or JFK | Hold Manhattan AND Newark rooms — cancel one after SF | Manhattan → or Newark → |
Official Sources
Venue capacities from FIFA World Cup 2026. SF1 and SF2 venue assignments confirmed by FIFA. R32/R16 bracket positions subject to official draw results and match outcomes. Flight times are indicative scheduled service averages.
Every World Cup 2026 stadium uses mobile-only ticketing. Your quarter-final ticket, your semi-final ticket, your Final ticket — all require a live scannable display on your phone at the gate. A screenshot will not scan. Argentine carrier roaming in the USA costs $10–$20 per day. An Airalo USA eSIM costs $5–$15 for 30 days. Install before departure, activate on landing.
Budget Reality: Following Argentina to the Final Is a Serious Investment
Following Argentina from the group stage all the way to MetLife is one of the great sporting journeys in world football — and a significant financial commitment. A realistic all-in budget for an Argentine fan attending group stage plus all knockout rounds (international flights, US visa, domestic flights, accommodation, match tickets, food and transport) runs approximately $8,000–$18,000 per person depending on choices at every level. The single biggest cost lever at this stage is how early you book domestic flights and accommodation — the difference between advance pricing and last-minute pricing across five knockout cities can easily be $2,000–$4,000 per person. See our World Cup 2026 Cost & Budget Breakdown for the full city-by-city cost analysis.
Argentina Knockout Stage 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Four Stars. MetLife Stadium. July 19. The Fans Inside Will Have Planned This in March.
Every Argentina fan who travels to this World Cup will remember exactly where they were for each match. In Arrowhead when Messi set up the opener. In AT&T Stadium on a Texas night under the retractable roof. On a flight from Dallas to Miami, watching the bracket update on their phone. In a Manhattan hotel room on the eve of the Final.
And then — if the bracket holds, if the squad delivers, if the greatest footballer who has ever lived wins the World Cup one final time — inside MetLife Stadium on July 19 watching a fourth star become real.
The fans in that stadium will have planned this in March. They will have the free-cancellation hotels confirmed. The DFW–MIA flight sorted. The eSIM installed. The B1/B2 visa stamped. The FIFA PASS registered.
Start with our World Cup 2026 Trip Planning Checklist. Hold the Miami hotel and the New York/New Jersey hotel before you close this tab. And check back as Argentina advance — this guide will be updated at every knockout round with confirmed venues and specific booking links.
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