Argentina supporters traveling by taxi to their group-stage World Cup match against Algeria came under gunfire in Kansas on June 18. An unknown assailant opened fire on their vehicle, wounding the taxi driver. The fans inside were unharmed, according to The New York Times.
Local police assisted the supporters in reaching the stadium. The shooting occurred amid broader violence in the area, with five separate shooting incidents recorded surrounding the match venue, resulting in one death and four injuries, including the taxi driver's wound.
Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in the group-stage encounter. The incident raises concerns about spectator safety at World Cup venues in the United States.
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