Nico Paz has strong first World Cup start for Argentina against Jordan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 1:11 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Nico Paz made his first World Cup start for Argentina in their match against Jordan on June 27, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. He played for 61 minutes, contributing to Argentina's 4-1 victory. Giovanni Lo Celso started the scoring with a free-kick, followed by Lautaro Martinez converting a penalty. Jordan's Mousa Tamari scored before Lionel Messi sealed the match with his 19th World Cup goal. Paz showed his skills by completing 94% of his passes and successfully dribbling twice.
- •Argentina defeats Jordan 4-1 in Group J match.
- •Nico Paz plays 61 minutes in his World Cup debut.
- •Giovanni Lo Celso, Lautaro Martinez, Messi score for Argentina.
- •Paz completes 50 of 53 passes, shows strong possession play.
- •Argentina finishes group stage with three consecutive wins.
- 1:11 AMYahoo Sports — Nico Paz impressed in first World Cup start
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