Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi and Jordan's defender #05 Yazan Al-Arab gesture during the match at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington.
Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 to top Group J
The referee blew the final whistle to bring Jordan's historic World Cup match to a close, confirming reigning world champions Argentina's 3-1 victory over the Jordan national team (Al Nashama) on Sunday at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, in the final Group J match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The result secured Argentina top spot in the group with a perfect record and a place in the Round of 32, while Al Nashama bowed out of the tournament with heads held high.
Argentina controlled the opening stages, enjoying 82% possession, and broke the deadlock in the 19th minute when Giovani Lo Celso curled a direct free kick into the top left corner beyond Jordan goalkeeper Yazeed Abu Laila.
Argentina doubled their lead in the 30th minute after the referee awarded a penalty following a VAR review.
Lautaro Martínez converted from the spot to make it 2-0. Jordan responded positively late in the first half, with Odeh Al Fakhoori unleashing a powerful long-range effort that was blocked by the Argentine defense.
Jordan emerged after the break with renewed energy following the introduction of Mousa Al Tamari and Mahmoud Al Mardi, whose arrivals transformed the team's attacking play and injected confidence.
The pressure paid off in the 55th minute when "Jordan's Messi" Mousa Al Tamari scored a historic World Cup goal, firing a superb left-footed strike into the top left corner past Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez after a precise low cross from captain Ehsan Haddad.
Messi caps record-breaking night
Sensing the momentum shifting, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni introduced Lionel Messi in the 60th minute to help secure the result.
Although Jordan's players worked hard to contain him, Messi found the scoresheet in the 80th minute, scoring Argentina's third goal with a direct free kick that beat the goalkeeper.
The goal saw Messi extend his lead as the top scorer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with six goals.
He also netted his 19th career World Cup goal to strengthen his position as the tournament's all-time leading scorer, while becoming the first player in history to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches.
Royal Court shares photos of King Abdullah II in attendance
The Royal Hashemite Court (RHC) shared photos of King Abdullah II, along with Crown Prince Al Hussein, watching the Jordanian national football team's third World Cup match against Argentina, in Texas.
Full time: Argentina 3-1 Jordan
Full time: Argentina 3-1 Jordan
King Abdullah II at Dallas Stadium for Jordan-Argentina match
King Abdullah II at Dallas Stadium for Jordan-Argentina match
Third goal for Argentina
Third goal for Argentina
Jordan-Argentina World Cup match atmosphere in Roman Theatre
Jordan-Argentina World Cup match atmosphere in Roman Theatre
Goal for Jordan
Goal for Jordan
VIDEO - American fan cheers for Jordan in the World Cup match against Argentina in Texas
American fan cheers for Jordan in the World Cup match against Argentina in Texas
Argentina take their 2–0 lead into halftime against Jordan
Argentina take their 2–0 lead into halftime against Jordan.
Giovani Lo Celso scored first from a free kick in the 19th minute, and Lautaro Martinze made his mark from a penalty in the 31st minute.
Second goal for Argentina
Second goal for Argentina
Goal for Argentina
Goal for Argentina
Crown Prince Al Hussein & Princess Rajwa arrive at Dallas Stadium
Crown Prince Al Hussein & Princess Rajwa arrive at Dallas Stadium for Jordan’s last World Cup match against Argentina.
Kickoff: Jordan vs Argentina underway for final match of Group J
Kickoff: Jordan vs Argentina underway for final match of Group J
360° view of the Roman Theatre in Amman packed to the brim for Jordan-Argentina match
360° view of the Roman Theatre in Amman packed to the brim for Jordan-Argentina match
King Abdullah II in attendance at Dallas Stadium for Jordan-Argentina match
King Abdullah II of Jordan, Crown Prince Al Hussein, arrived at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas to attend Jordan’s national football team's match against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup
Jordan releases lineup for final World Cup match against Argentina
The Jordanian Football Association has announced the starting lineup for the national team (Al-Nashama) ahead of their historic clash against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup.
Starting Lineup
Goalkeeper:
Yazeed Abulaila (1)
Defense:
- Ehsan Haddad (23) — Team Captain
- Abdallah Nasib (3)
- Yazan Al-Arab (5)
- Houssam Abu Dahab (4)
Midfield:
- Mohannad Abu Taha (20)
- Nizar Al-Rashdan (21)
- Noor Al-Rawabdeh (8)
- Odeh Al-Fakhouri (11)
Attack:
- Ali Azayzeh (24)
- Ali Olwan (9)
Substitutes Bench
- Abdallah Al-Fakhouri (22) — Goalkeeper
- Noureddin Bani Attiah (12) — Goalkeeper
- Saad Al-Rousan (19)
- Salim Obaid (17)
- Mohammad Abu Al-Nadi (16)
- Mohammad Abu Ghoush (18)
- Mohammad Abu Hasheesh (2)
- Anas Badawi (26)
- Rajaei Ayed (14)
- Amer Jamous (6)
- Mohammad Al-Dawoud (25)
- Ibrahim Sadeh (15)
- Mohammad Abu Zrayq "Abu Sharara" (7)
- Mahmoud Al-Mardi (13)
- Mousa Al-Tamari (10)
VIDEO - Jordanians flock to Roman Theatre for Jordan-Argentina World Cup match
Jordanians flock to Roman Theatre for Jordan-Argentina World Cup match
VIDEO - Jordan’s dressing room ahead of Argentina World Cup clash
Jordan will conclude their maiden FIFA World Cup campaign on Sunday morning when they take on reigning champions Argentina in their final Group J match in Dallas.
