{"id":1985,"date":"2026-06-22T23:07:22","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T23:07:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1985"},"modified":"2026-06-22T23:07:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T23:07:22","slug":"how-it-happened-argentina-secures-spot-in-knockout-stage-with-messi-masterclass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1985","title":{"rendered":"How it happened: Argentina secures spot in knockout stage with Messi masterclass"},"content":{"rendered":"<article><!-- --><!-- --><!-- WPS-5038 -- removed the script from WPS and added the placeholder for trinity player --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- CONTENT --><!--[--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>For the third time this summer, happy World Cup match day from Arlington! Today, Argentina and all-time great Lionel Messi will look to etch his name atop the history books, as he sits one goal away from setting the World Cup record.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1983\">Stumbo, Goldfinch travel SC in final days of runoff for state attorney general<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>On the other side of the pitch, Austria comes in fresh off a 3-1 defeat of Jordan in its opening game. The winner on Monday afternoon will sit comfortably atop the group and will secure a berth in the Round of 32. If the game ends in a draw, both sides will have some work to do in the final group stage game.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Follow along as Star-Telegram brings you all the coverage from Arlington with the opening kick at 12 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Read all of our coverage<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s it for today. Check out all of the content from us below:<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Argentina\u2019s Lionel Messi makes World Cup history at AT&amp;T Stadium<\/li>\n<li>Messi puts on a show, leads Argentina to convincing World Cup win over Austria<\/li>\n<li>Messi may own the world, and the World Cup, but he doesn\u2019t own the United States<\/li>\n<li>Ex-Cowboys quarterback among celebs at Austria-Argentina FIFA World Cup match<\/li>\n<li>Argentina fans arrive at Dallas Stadium (Video)<\/li>\n<li>FIFA Fan Fest erupts to watch Lionel Messi and Argentina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s next?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>3:54 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Argentina will return to AT&amp;T Stadium on Saturday night for a 9 p.m. kickoff against Jordan in its final group stage match, while Austria will face off with Algeria at the same day and time in Kansas City.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The next match at AT&amp;T Stadium will be on Thursday when Japan returns for its second match at Jerry\u2019s World, this time against Sweden. That one kicks off at 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Argentina fans still in stadium hours after win<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>3:51 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Almost two hours after the final whistle blew, Argentina fans were still making their presence felt.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Argentina fans celebrated in the concourse of AT&amp;T Stadium\u00a0with roaring chants, flag waving and dancing.\u00a0Stadium security attempted to\u00a0ask\u00a0fans to leave \u2014 but the\u00a0numbers were\u00a0overwhelming.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Charles Baggarly<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Surreal scene here at Dallas Stadium. <\/p>\n<p>Argentina fans are still here celebrating a FIFA World Cup group stage win nearly an hour after match end. pic.twitter.com\/Rlj2968beX<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charles Baggarly (@swaggarly) June 22, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>\u2018A lot of happiness\u2019 for Messi after two wins<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>3:09 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Speaking to the media shortly after walking off the pitch, Messi was overcome with happiness with his start and his country\u2019s start in the World Cup.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cHappiness,\u201d Messi said, translated from Spanish. \u201cA lot of happiness, especially for the victory. It was a very tough match. Honestly, we knew it was going to be a match of high intensity, that we couldn\u2019t lower our guard even a little bit because they were very intense. I\u2019m happy for the result and the qualification.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Messi also addressed rebounding following the missed early opportunity from the penalty spot.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cToday, there were moments where there was a lot of frustration because of the penalty,\u201d Messi said. \u201cBecause I missed it and I shot it very badly. Luckily, we were able to turn that whole situation around, we were able to get the advantage and take the three points which was the most important thing.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Relive Messi\u2019s historic moment in DFW<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>3:05 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>After the match, Messi was presented with the Player of the Match Award for the second time in as many Argentina matches.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Relive his historic afternoon in Arlington here.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>FINAL \u2014 Argentina 2, Austria 0<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>2:04 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>In a day that this venue won\u2019t ever forget, Lionel Messi nets two goals to give Argentina the 2-0 win over Austria in the second World Cup group stage match for both squads and the third match at AT&amp;T Stadium.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>After missing a penalty in the game\u2019s third minute, Messi rebounded with a strike from 15 yards away in the 38th minute and an unreal dodge of multiple Austrian defenders for a second goal in the fifth minute of second-half stoppage time.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>What a performance for one of the world\u2019s best to ever play the sport, and he\u2019ll get a chance to do it all over again right here in Arlington on Saturday night against Jordan.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Again! Messi puts exclamation mark on Argentina win<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>1:59 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Who else? Lionel Messi rebounds his own miss and dodges three Austrian defenders with a sliding second goal in stoppage time to put the exclamation mark on an historic performance for him and Argentina today in Arlington.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a World Cup-leading fifth goal for Messi in the tournament, as he encores his opening game hat trick with a brace against Austria.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Argentina clinging to advantage in second half<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>1:38 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re at the final hydration break in this one, and Argentina is clinging to its 1-0 lead over Austria.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Austria has had a couple of great looks in the second half, but haven\u2019t found the back of the net. The biggest threat came on a free kick from just outside the box from Marcel Sabitzer that forced Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Mart\u00ednez to make a diving stop to his left.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Can Austria find an equalizer in the final 20-plus minutes?<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Popular streamer breaks down at Messi goal<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>1:27 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Austria fans weren\u2019t the only ones distraught at Messi\u2019s history-making goal.Global streamer and renowned Ronaldo fan IShowSpeed was one of the many stars in attendance and witnessed his favorite player\u2019s rival add yet another accolade to his GOAT resume.His reaction was emotional yet hilarious.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>IShowSpeed was CRYING as Lionel Messi became the all-time leading FIFA World Cup scorer \ud83d\ude2d pic.twitter.com\/Vc1ImtHyCW<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 BrickCenter (@BrickCenter_) June 22, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Steven Johnson<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Shakira among many stars in attendance<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>1:13 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The World Cup brings out the superstars, and today is no different in DFW.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Just a handful of the stars in attendance include Shakira, former Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and former San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said last week that he would also be in attendance.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Massive reaction for Spurs legend Manu Ginobili, who is here at Dallas Stadium and from Argentina.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charles Baggarly (@swaggarly) June 22, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Argentina leads at halftime break<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>12:56 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve played 45 minutes at AT&amp;T Stadium, and Argentina heads to the halftime break with a 1-0 advantage over Austria.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1982\">Elena Moore\u2019s autopsy results have been released. Here\u2019s what we know<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Argentina has controlled possession for 60-percent of the match over Austria\u2019s 40-percent control. \u201cLa Albiceleste\u201d also leads Austria in shots (3-2), shots on target (2-0) and accurate passes (276-159). Austria has had more touches in the box (9-8), but it hasn\u2019t led to a threat on goal just yet.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Argentina 1, Austria 0 \u2014 HALF<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Messi sets World Cup record with 38th minute strike<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>12:38 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>There it is!<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>After a handful of close misses, Messi takes a beautiful cross from about 15 yards out and sends it to the bottom corner of the net with a left-footed strike. Argentina strikes first in the 38th minute, and the massive Argentina faithful goes berserk inside the stadium.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Makes that 17 career goals for Messi in the World Cup, now an all-time record.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Argentina fans at Dallas Stadium celebrate Messi\u2019s 17th World Cup goal. <\/p>\n<p>He now stands alone as the all time leader. A historic moment here in Dallas-Fort Worth. pic.twitter.com\/vWWDNE9RQT<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charles Baggarly (@swaggarly) June 22, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Lionel Messi misses penalty kick<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>12:08 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Oh, no!<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The Argentina fans were all on their feet as Messi stepped to the circle with a chance to set the all-time World Cup scoring record, but the 38-year-old pulled it wide right and out of play. It\u2019s the first penalty miss of this year\u2019s tournament and the third career World Cup penalty miss for Messi in seven attempts.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>This one remains scoreless after some early tension, and Austria escapes a close call.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Injury to Argentina attacker in early moments<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>12:08 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>In the third minute, Lautaro Martinez had a free run into the box before Xaver Schlager and Stefan Posch combined for a physical tackle that sent Martinez to the grass. The match was stopped for Martinez to receive medical attention, and the VAR confirmed a penalty in the time-being.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Lionel Messi steps to the circle with a chance at the record.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Starting lineups<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>11:50 a.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Here are the starting lineups for both sides:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Argentina: Emiliano Mart\u00ednez, Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Mart\u00ednez, Facundo Medina, Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez, Thiago Almada, Lionel Messi, Lautaro Mart\u00ednez<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Austria: Alexander Schlager, Konrad Laimer, David Alaba, Kevin Danso, Stefan Posch, Xaver Schlager, Nicolas Seiwald, Marcel Sabitzer, Paul Wanner, Romano Schmid, Michael Gregoritsch<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Austria and Argentina come into the match tied atop the Group J standings and the winner of this match will be in pole position to win the group and advance to the Knockout stage. It would be the first time that Austria has been out of the group stage since 1982 while Argentina looks to win it\u2019s second straight World Cup.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Lawrence Dow<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>While outnumbered, Austria fans making presence felt<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>11:15 a.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Austria fans, a vocal minority compared to the hordes supporting Argentina and Messi, congregated outside AT&amp;T Stadium\u2019s main entrance ahead of the match.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Austria fans taking photos with Werner Gregoritsch, the father of striker Michael Gregoritsch. <\/p>\n<p>Werner used to manage the U21 Austrian national team. He\u2019s getting in on the fun. pic.twitter.com\/ksqpUYIh3S<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charles Baggarly (@swaggarly) June 22, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>With chants in unison, mosh pits and bright red jerseys, the supporters made their presence felt. A few fans took photos and cheered alongside Werner Gregoritsch, the father of striker Michael Gregoritsch, who previously managed the Austrian U21 national team.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Austria defeated Jordan Tuesday in San Francisco &#8212; the team is a +600 underdog against Argentina, according to Fox Sports.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Charles Baggarly<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Lionel Messi going for huge milestone<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>10:00 a.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>After scoring the tournament\u2019s first hat trick in the opening game for Argentina last week, Lionel Messi is tied with Germany\u2019s Miroslav Klose at 16 goals for the most scores in World Cup history. A goal on Monday afternoon will have him standing alone atop the prestigious list.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Messi, 38, is thought to be nearing the end of his legendary career, but scoring a hat trick in the world\u2019s biggest tournament just shows that there is a lot more juice left in his tank. After scoring seven goals in Qatar in the 2022 World Cup, Messi is well on his way to eclipsing that total if he keeps his pace.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The bright side for DFW fans is if Messi doesn\u2019t set the record on Monday, he will have another opportunity to do so in Arlington on Saturday when Argentina returns to take on Jordan.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Argentina fans taking over Jerry\u2019s World<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>9:36 a.m.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Since early this morning, the Argentina and Lionel Messi fans have been rowdy outside AT&amp;T Stadium.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Argentina fans showing some spirit outside Dallas Stadium. Messi madness. pic.twitter.com\/kC2k92zCnR<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Charles Baggarly (@swaggarly) June 22, 2026<\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The Argentinians arrived to DFW in droves over the weekend, as they took over Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas on Sunday night for World Cup watch parties. It\u2019s expected that they will hang around the area throughout the week with two Argentina matches on tap at AT&amp;T Stadium over the next six days.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2014 Nick Harris<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>Catch up on what has happened in DFW so far<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The two previous matches at AT&amp;T Stadium have given locals and traveling fans alike a lot of entertainment, as arguably the best venue-slate of games has lived up to its billing so far.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>In the opening game, Japan found a late goal with just minutes remaining to draw even with The Netherlands at 2-2. Here was our coverage from that deadlock:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><b><i>\u26a1 Full coverage of World Cup:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>How it happened: A thriller to kick off DFW slate<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Japan&#8217;s late equalizer earns stunning draw<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Engel: Game matched the energy of Texas vs. Texas A&amp;M<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Japan showing it belongs with big boys on World Cup stage<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>What did Japan, Netherlands players think of AT&amp;T Stadium?<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Fans soak in World Cup atmosphere<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Netherlands fans create sea of orange with pregame walk<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Sundance Square offers different kind of watch party<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The second match last Wednesday also brought the firepower, as England put together two second-half goals to inch past Croatia, 4-2.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>It was a big day for a local star, as FC Dallas standout Petar Musa scored his first World Cup goal for Croatia in the first half.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1981\">Hatchet attack at mobile home park pit brother against brother, NC sheriff says<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Here was our coverage from that European showdown:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><b><i>\u26a1 Full coverage of World Cup:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>How it happened: England puts on show against Croatia<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Stars power England to high-scoring victory<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Engel: Why Cowboys won&#8217;t keep AT&amp;T Stadium changes<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>FC Dallas star gets dream moment, but not result<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Fans boo hydration breaks, but here&#8217;s a defense<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>England coach had one big complaint about stadium setup<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Trip &#8216;worth every penny&#8217; for England fans<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>How much does food cost at AT&amp;T Stadium for World Cup?<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>International tourists embrace Texas culture at Stockyards<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>North Texas store brings British authenticity<\/p>\n<p><span>\u2192<\/span>Texas Rangers carefully steer clear of World Cup traffic<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--]--><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy World Cup match day in Arlington! 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