Argentina’s 2010 World Cup Campaign: From Group Stage to the Quarterfinals
The 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa marked the 26th edition of the tournament and the first time the competition was held on the African continent. Argentina, a traditional powerhouse in international football, entered the tournament with high expectations after a strong showing in the 2008 Copa América and a talented squad led by Lionel Messi.
Group Stage Performance
Argentina was drawn into Group F alongside Nigeria, South Korea and Greece. The team's campaign began with