Argentina secures 3-1 victory over Jordan, Messi scores again
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Argentina wrapped up their World Cup 2026 group stage with a 3-1 win against Jordan in Dallas on June 28. The reigning champions, already assured of top spot in Group J, featured a reserve lineup and maintained control throughout the match. Giovani Lo Celso and Lautaro Martínez scored early, while Lionel Messi, coming off the bench, added another goal with a low free-kick. Jordan's performance was commendable despite the loss, but goalkeeper Yazeed Abulaila faced criticism for conceding two free-kicks. Argentina will face Cape Verde in the Round of 32 on Friday.
- •Argentina finishes group stage with a perfect record.
- •Lionel Messi scores his sixth goal of the tournament.
- •Giovani Lo Celso and Lautaro Martínez score early for Argentina.
- •Argentina's next match is against Cape Verde in the Round of 32.
- •Jordan's goalkeeper faced scrutiny for conceding free-kicks.
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Jordan 1-3 Argentina, World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi scores again as Albiceleste finish group stage with perfect record
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