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Messi scores as Argentina beats Jordan 3-1 ahead of World Cup knockout stage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 4:03 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Messi scores as Argentina beats Jordan 3-1 ahead of World Cup knockout stage

Summary

Lionel Messi scored his sixth goal of the tournament as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in Texas. Coming off the bench after an hour, Messi netted with a free-kick, contributing to a dominant performance. Argentina had already secured qualification, finishing top of Group J with maximum points. A Giovani Lo Celso free-kick and a penalty from Lautaro Martinez set the stage, while Mousa Al-Tamari's goal for Jordan came too late to change the course of the match. Argentina prepares to face debutants Cape Verde in the knockout stage on July 3.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina finishes top of Group J with nine points.
•Messi comes off the bench to score in the match.
•Lo Celso and Martinez also score for Argentina.
•Jordan is eliminated after their third loss.

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4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Messi scores again as Argentina head into World Cup last 32 on a high

What they're saying

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Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the tournament as Argentina warmed up for their World Cup knockout tie with Cape Verde by beating Jordan 3-1 on Saturday.Argentina also wanted to make a statement ahead of the meeting with surprise packages Cape Verde as they attempt to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.
— Yahoo Sports

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