Key Facts
- Argentina has secured first place in Group J with two wins and no goals conceded; Jordan sits at the bottom of the table with no points after two losses and has already been eliminated.
- Argentina comes into this match on a streak of five wins and five consecutive shutouts; Lionel Messi’s five tournament goals underscore the team’s offensive firepower despite their controlled performances.
- Jordan has conceded goals in each of its last five games but has scored four times; Nizar Al-Rashdan and Mousa Tamari keep the offense dangerous.
- No injuries have been reported for either team; Jordan can field Tamari, Al-Mardi, and Olwan, while Argentina will have Messi and Lautaro Martínez leading the attack.
- The bet on Argentina leading at halftime at 1.59 is based on their fast starts and the fact that Jordan has conceded goals before the break in four consecutive games.
- Over 3.5 goals at 2.64 remains a plausible bet because Jordan’s matches have been open-ended and Argentina has recently achieved decisive victory margins.
Lionel Messi’s 39th birthday marked the week, but on the field, Argentina appeared even more level-headed than any of the hype surrounding them: two World Cup group stage matches, two wins, no goals conceded. At AT&T Stadium, Lionel Scaloni’s team now faces Jordan; Group J is already secured, and the world champions can manage their rhythm and workload without losing any of their authority. For Jamal Sellami, the situation looks much tougher. After two losses, Jordan has already been eliminated, yet this matchup remains a valuable test of resilience. At times, the team held its own—especially on the offensive end—but defensively, their approach wasn’t consistent enough.
- Venue: AT&T Stadium, Dallas
- Date and Time: June 28, 2026, 4:00 a.m.
- Competition: World Cup (Group Stage – 3)
The betting market sees Argentina as the clear favorite, which is hardly surprising given their perfect record, strong starts, and Messi’s five-goal streak in the tournament. The better bets may lie more in the course of the game than just an away win: Argentina to win the first half, which aligns with both teams’ opening-match patterns.
Jordan Form & Record Check
Jordan’s 1-2 loss to Algeria highlighted both the team’s potential and its recurring problem.
Nizar Al-Rashdan scored before halftime off an assist from Mousa Tamari, giving Sellami’s team something tangible to defend, but after the break, the match slipped away. This game followed a 1–3 loss to Austria, leaving Jordan at the bottom of Group J with no points. Across all competitions, the last five games send a clear warning signal regarding the team’s defense. In friendlies, Jordan lost 0–2 to Colombia and 1–4 to Switzerland, following a 2–2 draw with Nigeria. The team conceded goals in each of these five matches, appearing particularly vulnerable in the first half. However, the fact that Jordan scored in four of the five matches prevents their performance from appearing entirely passive.
Jordan could line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Yazeed Abulaila – 1 likely in goal behind Abdallah Nasib – 3, Yazan Al-Arab – 5, and Husam Abu Dahab – 4. With no injuries reported, Nizar Al-Rashdan – 21 and Noor Al-Rawabdeh – 8 could anchor the midfield, while Mousa Tamari – 10, Mahmoud Al-Mardi – 13, and Ali Olwan – 9 lead the attack.
Argentina Form & Record Check
Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria was more controlled than spectacular, but it confirmed why Scaloni’s team looks ready for the tournament. Lionel Messi scored twice after missing an early penalty, Facundo Medina set up the opening goal, and the bench was used wisely. With this victory in Group J, Argentina can approach this match with authority and, at the same time, a degree of flexibility. Their form across all competitions is even more impressive: Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their World Cup opener, following 3-0 friendly wins against Iceland, a 2-0 win over Honduras, and a 5-0 victory against Zambia. Five straight wins and five consecutive clean sheets give the team a rare blend of offensive confidence and defensive composure, even if the lineup might be rotated ahead of the knockout stage.
Argentina could line up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Emiliano Martínez – 23 expected to start in goal behind Nahuel Molina – 26, Cristian Romero – 13, Lisandro Martínez – 6, and Facundo Medina – 25. With no injuries reported, Lionel Scaloni is likely to rely on Rodrigo De Paul – 7, Alexis Mac Allister – 20, and Enzo Fernández – 24 in midfield, while Lionel Messi – 10 and Lautaro Martínez – 22 will lead the attack.
Jordan – Argentina Head-to-Head & Statistics
No current data on head-to-head matches is available for this encounter.
