Jordan 1-3 Argentina: Five key takeaways from FIFA World Cup 2026 clash
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Argentina finished top of Group J.
Argentinaâs World Cup 2026 group phase series ended with a comfortable 3-1 win against newcomers Jordan in Dallas on Saturday. The reigning world champions are on track for the knockout rounds.
With first place in the group already secured, La Albiceleste fielded a reserve team but controlled the match. Lionel Messi came off the bench to score another goal and extend his incredible goalscoring run in the tournament.
Five key takeaways from the FIFA World Cup 2026 match
5. Lionel Messi continues his goalscoring form with six goals in three group games
Lionel Messi upped his World Cup goal-scoring record to 19 after beating the goalkeeper for his sixth goal in three games.
Lionel Messi has been on fire, scoring six goals in Argentinaâs three group games at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He scored a hat-trick against Algeria and a brace against Austria. Then a late free-kick against Jordan, bringing his total World Cup goals to 19.
4. Lionel Messi first menâs player to score in seven consecutive World Cup games
Lionel Messi became the first male player to score in seven successive World Cup games. The 39-year-old accomplished the remarkable accomplishment by converting an 80th-minute free kick for Argentina versus Jordan in Arlington, Texas. He broke the previous record of six consecutive games set by Franceâs Just Fontaine and Brazilâs Jairzinho.
3. Argentina becomes third nation to win 50 World Cup games
Argentina have joined the tournamentâs unique â50-win clubâ after dominating the group stage and advancing to the knockout rounds.
La Albiceleste entered the 2026 tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico with a baseline record of 47 victories. Achieving this legendary milestone alongside Brazil and Germany.
2. Jordan eliminated from World Cup
Jordan were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing 2-1 to Algeria in their second Group J encounter.
Following a 3-1 loss to Austria and a defeat to Algeria, the World Cup debutants were mathematically eliminated from advancing to the Round of 32. This was even ahead of their last match against reigning champions Argentina.
Also read: FIFA World Cup 2026: List of all nations eliminated from group stage
1. Argentina win all group games
Argentina swept their group matches and finished first in Group J with a flawless performance. The reigning champions were outstanding throughout their group games. They have won all the group fixtures and have surrendered only one goal in their final group play.
How many games did Argentina win?
They won all their group games.
How many goals did Messi score?
He scored once in the game.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.