Reigning champions Argentina will aim to complete a flawless Group J campaign when they face debutants Jordan at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Saturday.
The match will mark the first-ever meeting between the two nations, with Argentina entering as the world’s number-one ranked team and Jordan arriving already eliminated after two defeats.
Lionel Scaloni’s side secured their place in the last 32 after a comfortable 2-0 victory over Austria, with Lionel Messi producing another memorable performance.
The reigning champions are aiming to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to win consecutive World Cup titles. A fourth World Cup triumph would also move Argentina level with Germany for second place on the all-time winners list.
Jordan, meanwhile, have impressed in moments during their first-ever World Cup appearance but have been unable to secure a result.
Team News
Jordan have no injury concerns and could keep a similar lineup. Ali Olwan, who scored Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal, is expected to lead the attack.
Musa Al-Taamari and captain Ihsan Haddad are set to continue, while Yazan Al-Arab, Abdallah Nasib and Husam Abu Dahab are likely to remain in defence.
Argentina could make changes after Cristian Romero suffered a knee injury against Austria. Marcos Senesi and Nicolas Otamendi are options to replace him. Lionel Scaloni has confirmed Lionel Messi will start Argentina’s final 2026 FIFA World Cup Group J match against Jordan on the bench.
Scaloni may rotate his squad after securing top spot, but Messi could still feature as he looks to add to his historic World Cup goal record.
Possible Lineups
Jordan possible starting lineup:
Abulaila; Al-Arab, Nasib, Abu Dahab; Haddad, Al-Rashdan, Al-Rawabdeh, Abu Taha; Al-Tamari, Al-Mardi; Olwan
Argentina possible starting lineup:
E. Martinez; Montiel, Otamendi, Martinez, Tagliafico; Lo Celso, Paredes, Palacios, Almada; Messi, L. Martinez
How to Watch
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| TV Broadcast | SuperSport |
| Live Stream | DSTV stream |
| Kick-off Time | 03:00 (WAT) |
Match Prediction
Softfootball predicts Argentina 3-0 Jordan.
Argentina’s quality and form make them heavy favourites, though Jordan will look to finish their debut tournament with pride.
