The game is scheduled for June 14, just six days before the start of the tournament. Both teams will journey to the capital of the United States for the match, which serves as Argentina’s last preparation before the Copa America. Guatemala did not make it to the qualification round.

FedEx Field, the home stadium of the NFL team WаsҺinɡton Commanders, is not ideally suited for soccer matches due to its playing surface. However, the Commanders have plans to modify both the field and stands to accommodate a broader playing area. U.S. head coach Gregg Berhalter was notified by organizers that any future USMNT games at the venue would follow the same adjustments. The pitch dimensions are set to be 70 yards wide, slightly below FIFA’s recommendation but still within acceptable limits.

In the summer of 2023, the Premier League Summer Series in the United States featured matches at FedEx Field. The expectation is that the alterations to the pitch and stadium will mirror the setup used during the Premier League games at the same venue.

Argentina’s national team, the Albiceleste, had scheduled two friendly matches in March against Nigeria and the Ivory Coast. However, Chinese authorities canceled these matches following a dispute between Messi and the Chinese government. Additionally, Messi was expected to participate in a preseason match with Inter Miami against the Hong Kong Team, but the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner was rested, causing disappointment among officials, fans, and the government.