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Argentina Tops FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J, Jordan Eliminated

Dallas, USA - The highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J encounter between reigning champions Argentina and tournament debutants Jordan has already taken place, with Argentina securing a 3-1 victory. The match, held in Dallas, was part of the group stage fixtures that ran from June 16 to June 27, 2026.

Argentina, the 2022 World Cup champions, dominated Group J, winning all three of their group stage matches. They finished at the top of the standings, ensuring their progression to the Round of 32. Austria secured the runner-up spot in Group J, while Algeria also advanced to the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams.

Unfortunately for World Cup debutants Jordan, their journey in the tournament concluded in the group stage. They finished last in Group J and were eliminated.

Match Details: Jordan vs. Argentina

The specific match between Jordan and Argentina saw Argentina emerge victorious with a 3-1 scoreline. Lionel Messi was on the scoresheet for Argentina, marking his third consecutive game with a goal in the tournament and bringing his total World Cup goals to 19 across six World Cups. His performance in the group stage, including six goals, further solidified his record as a prolific World Cup scorer.

Team News and Group J Performance:

Argentina:

Argentina arrived at the 2026 World Cup as defending champions and lived up to their billing in the group stage. Their perfect record of three wins in three games, including the 3-1 victory over Jordan, propelled them confidently into the Round of 32, where they were slated to face the runner-up of Group H, Cape Verde.

Jordan:

Jordan made their historic debut at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a remarkable qualification campaign. Despite their determination and team spirit, as highlighted by their coach Jamal Sellami, they faced a daunting task in Group J alongside footballing giants like Argentina. Jordan's group stage schedule included a 3-1 loss to Austria and a 2-1 loss to Algeria, prior to their match against Argentina. While they were unable to secure a win and finished at the bottom of the group, their qualification for the tournament was a significant achievement for the nation. The team's roster for the tournament included players like Ali Olwan, who was looked upon to potentially become Jordan's first World Cup goal-scorer.