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Argentina rests Messi and starters against Jordan in final group match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:30 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Argentina rests Messi and starters against Jordan in final group match

Summary

Argentina will bench Lionel Messi and other starters for their Group J finale against Jordan on June 27, 2026. Following two wins, Argentina has already secured a spot in the knockout stage and will face Cape Verde on July 3. Messi, who has scored five goals in the tournament, will likely come on as a substitute in the second half, as confirmed by head coach Lionel Scaloni. Alongside Messi, several other players are expected to be rested, including Lautaro Martinez and Cristian Romero, due to their status and upcoming matches.

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By the Numbers

•Messi scored five goals in two matches before the Jordan game.
•Argentina has already qualified as Group J winners.
•The match against Jordan takes place at AT&T Stadium.
•Scaloni plans to rotate several players for rest and fitness.
•Argentina will play Cape Verde in the Round of 32.

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4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Why Argentina is benching Lionel Messi, other starters against Jordan in Group J finale

What they're saying

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Lionel Messi has plundered five goals in two matches to send Argentina through to the World Cup knockout rounds in quick time. He will put his feet up when La Albiceleste face Jordan.
— Yahoo Sports

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