Argentina faces Jordan in World Cup match with Messi not starting
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Argentina plays Jordan in their final World Cup group match on June 27, 2026. Lionel Messi will be available but not starting, allowing coach Lionel Scaloni to test a lineup without him. The match is less critical for Argentina, who are already set to advance as group winners. Young players like Nico Paz may get a chance to showcase their potential in Messi's absence, offering a glimpse into the team's future after his retirement.
- •Argentina's final group match is against Jordan on June 27, 2026.
- •Lionel Messi is available but will not start the match.
- •Argentina has already secured advancement as group winners.
- •Nico Paz is expected to feature prominently in the match.
- •The game serves as a preview of Argentina's future post-Messi.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina national team will get glimpse of Messi-less future in World Cup match vs. Jordan
"Lionel Messi will play for Argentina against Jordan, but he won't start. That will give Lionel Scaloni the chance to preview life without the astro.
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