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KUALA LUMPUR, June, 2026 — Argentina completed a perfect FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage campaign after defeating Jordan 3-1 in their final Group J match at AT&T Stadium. The defending champions secured the win through goals from Giovani Lo Celso, Lautaro Martinez and Lionel Messi.
Argentina entered the match already in control of their knockout-stage path, and head coach Lionel Scaloni made major changes to his starting line-up. Reuters reported before kickoff that Messi began on the bench as Argentina made nine changes for the Jordan clash.
Even without Messi in the starting eleven, Argentina looked comfortable from the opening minutes. The Albiceleste controlled possession, pressed Jordan into defensive areas and created early chances as they looked to finish Group J with three wins from three matches.
Argentina thought they had opened the scoring inside the opening 10 minutes when Giovani Lo Celso found the net, but the effort was ruled out for offside. The setback did not stop Argentina’s momentum, as they continued to dominate the first half.
Lo Celso eventually gave Argentina the lead in the 18th minute with a curling free kick from the edge of the penalty area. His effort went into the bottom-left corner, leaving Jordan goalkeeper Yazid Abulaila with little chance.
The goal showed Argentina’s squad depth, as Lo Celso stepped into the starting line-up and delivered an important attacking contribution while Messi was rested on the bench.
Argentina doubled their lead before halftime after a penalty review. Lautaro Martinez stepped up and converted from the spot, calmly sending the ball into the left corner to make it 2-0.
The first half was largely controlled by Argentina. Business Standard described Argentina’s performance before the break as dominant, with Jordan struggling to break through an organised Argentine back line led by Nicolás Otamendi.
Jordan improved after the restart and showed more attacking confidence. Their effort was rewarded when Mousa Altamari scored to reduce the deficit, giving Jordan a meaningful moment in their first World Cup appearance.
Altamari’s goal briefly made the match more competitive, as Jordan pushed forward with more belief in the second half. Although they were already eliminated before the game, Jordan continued to fight and avoided ending the match without a goal.
The biggest moment for the crowd came around the hour mark when Lionel Messi was introduced from the bench. Business Standard reported that Messi came on alongside Thiago Almada, replacing Lo Celso and Martinez.
Messi then sealed Argentina’s victory in the 80th minute with a low free kick. After winning a foul near the edge of the box, he curled his effort around the wall to make it 3-1.
Reuters reported that Messi’s goal made him the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches, adding another historic milestone to his tournament record.
The Guardian reported that Messi’s free kick was his sixth goal of the tournament and his 19th goal in World Cup finals, further strengthening his status as the competition’s all-time scoring leader.
Jordan 1-3 Argentina was another strong statement from the defending champions. Argentina rested several regular starters, still controlled the match, and finished the group stage with a perfect record.
The development is suitable for Update News because it involves a current FIFA World Cup 2026 result, Argentina’s perfect Group J campaign, Messi’s latest scoring milestone, Jordan’s World Cup debut storyline and Argentina’s confirmed Round of 32 path.
