Algerian, Argentine Fans Clash Ahead Of World Cup Opener

What should have been a celebration of football turned chaotic in the heart of Manhattan on Tuesday, as rival supporters of Algeria and Argentina clashed in Times Square just hours before their teams’ highly anticipated 2026 World Cup opener in Kansas City.
Viral footage shared on X by user #dammiedammie35 shows the iconic neon-lit crossroads descending into pushing matches, with fans donning the distinctive jerseys of both nations shoving each other amid crowded sidewalks.
The confrontation grew heated enough to draw a heavy police response, with officers physically separating the groups as debris scattered across the pavement.
Shirtless Argentine supporters waving flags traded ani...