Jordan vs Argentina Prediction. Jordan close their historic first World Cup campaign against defending champions Argentina at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on Sunday, 28 June 2026 (02:00 UTC / 05:00 EAT). Argentina are already through and rotating. Messi is the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer. Ali Olwan scored Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal. Our prediction: Argentina to win. Full analysis, team news, line-ups and all markets on SportPesa.
Match details
| Field | Detail |
| Competition | 2026 FIFA World Cup — Group J, Match Day 3 |
| Date & kick-off | Sunday, 28 June 2026 at 02:00 UTC / 05:00 EAT |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, USA (Dallas–Fort Worth area) |
| Group J standings | After Match Day 2: Argentina 6pts (qualified), Austria 3pts, Algeria 3pts, Jordan 0pts (eliminated) |
| Stakes | Neither side has qualification at stake. Argentina playing for momentum; Jordan for pride and history. |
| Simultaneous match | Algeria vs Austria — determines who joins Argentina in the Round of 32. |
| Where to watch | DSTV/GOTV |
Jordan’s farewell vs Argentina’s knockout audition
Jordan’s debut at the FIFA World Cup has been a proud chapter in the history of their football. Opening with a 3-1 defeat to Austria — during which Ali Olwan scored the nation’s first-ever World Cup goal — and following with a 2-1 defeat to Algeria where Nizar Al-Rashdan also found the net, Jordan have demonstrated they can compete and score at the highest level even in defeat. Head coach Jamal Sellami will want his side to finish the tournament with the dignity and performance their qualification deserves.
Their attacking threat centres on the creative and direct running of Musa Al-Taamari, who has been the tournament’s most dangerous Jordanian player. Al-Rawabdeh and Ayed provide the midfield structure behind an attack that has now scored in consecutive matches.
Argentina arrive at AT&T Stadium having rewritten World Cup history. Lionel Messi — with five goals across the group stage — has become the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer across all tournaments. The defending champions have won both matches without conceding, and their squad depth allows Lionel Scaloni to rotate significantly while still fielding a formidable XI.
The rotated XI features Giovani Lo Celso and Leandro Paredes in midfield, Thiago Almada supporting in the advanced position, and Gonzálo Simeone from wide. Lautaro Martínez is expected to lead the line, with Messi available to start or make an impact from the bench. Cristán Romero marshals the defence alongside Ezequiel Medina, and Emiliano Martínez retains the goalkeeper position.
Team news and expected line-ups
Jordan: Strongest available XI. Al-Taamari leads attack. Olwan and Al-Rashdan in support. Abulaila in goal.
Argentina: Heavy rotation. Messi start or bench — confirm before kick-off. Lautaro leads the line. Lo Celso, Paredes, Almada in midfield. Montiel, Medina, Tagliafico in defence.
| Jordan (4-4-2) | Argentina (4-3-3, rotated) |
| Abulaila (GK) | E. Martínez (GK) |
| Al-Arab (RB) | Montiel (RB) |
| Haddad (CB) | Romero (CB) |
| Nasib (CB) | Medina (CB) |
| Abualnadi (LB) | Tagliafico (LB) |
| Al-Rawabdeh (RM) | Lo Celso (DM) |
| Ayed (CM) | Paredes (CM) |
| Sadeh (CM) | Almada (CM) |
| Al-Taamari (LM) | G. Simeone (RW) |
| Al-Rashdan (ST) | Lautaro (ST) |
| Olwan (ST) | Messi (LW) |
Key stats
- Jordan: 0pts from 2 matches. Lost Austria 1-3 (MD1, Olwan scored), lost Algeria 1-2 (MD2, Al-Rashdan scored).
- Jordan: conceded 5 goals, scored 2 in their first World Cup appearance.
- Ali Olwan: scored Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal vs Austria. Starts alongside Al-Rashdan.
- Musa Al-Taamari: Jordan’s most dangerous attacking player.
- Jordan form (last 5): L L L L D — four consecutive losses.
- Argentina: 6pts from 2 matches. Beat Algeria 3-0 (MD1), beat Austria 2-0 (MD2).
- Argentina: scored 5 goals, conceded 0 in 2 group matches.
- Lionel Messi: 5 tournament goals. Has become the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer across all editions.
- Lautaro Martínez: leads the line in the rotated XI.
- Argentina rotating: Lo Celso, Paredes, Almada, G. Simeone, Montiel, Medina all expected to start.
- Argentina form (last 5): W W W W W — 15 goals, 1 conceded.
- H2H: first ever meeting between Jordan and Argentina.
- Group J standings (after MD2): Argentina 6pts (through), Austria 3pts, Algeria 3pts, Jordan 0pts.
Head-to-head
Jordan and Argentina have never previously met in any fixture — competitive or friendly. This World Cup Group J match is the first ever encounter between the two nations.
Current form
| Team | Last 5 (inc. WC) |
| Jordan | L L L L D — four consecutive losses |
| Argentina | W W W W W — 15 goals, 1 conceded in last 5 |
Our prediction
Even with significant rotation, Argentina’s depth is too great for Jordan to handle. Lo Celso, Almada, G. Simeone and Lautaro represent a squad depth that would start for most World Cup finalists. Jordan have shown they can score but have conceded five goals in two matches against lesser opposition than this rotated Argentina side.
Jordan deserve immense credit for their debut and the goals of Olwan and Al-Rashdan will be remembered in their football history. But the gulf in class, even with Argentina’s first XI rested, is too significant to bridge over 90 minutes.
Our prediction: Argentina to win.
Odds and markets
Odds correct at 0500 hrs UTC on 28/06/2026 and subject to change.
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Frequently asked questions
What time does Jordan vs Argentina kick off?
Kick-off is at 02:00 UTC / 05:00 EAT on Sunday, 28 June 2026, at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, USA.
Is Messi the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer?
Yes. Lionel Messi has become the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer across all tournament editions following his five goals in the group stage at the 2026 World Cup. He broke the record that had previously stood for many decades.
Who scored Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal?
Ali Olwan scored Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal in their 3-1 defeat to Austria on Match Day 1 of this tournament. Nizar Al-Rashdan also scored for Jordan in their 2-1 defeat to Algeria on Match Day 2.
Is Messi starting for Argentina vs Jordan?
Messi’s role in this match is subject to confirmation. Argentina have already qualified and Scaloni is expected to rotate significantly to preserve players for the knockout stage. Messi may start or be used from the bench. Confirm in the official team announcement before kick-off.
What group are Jordan and Argentina in at World Cup 2026?
Both sides are in Group J alongside Algeria and Austria. After Match Day 2, Argentina are confirmed group winners on six points. Jordan are eliminated with zero points. The simultaneous Algeria vs Austria match will decide who joins Argentina in the Round of 32.
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