Jordan vs Argentina — World Cup 2026 Group · Matchday 3
Match preview / What to expect
Updated Jun 6, 2026Jordan face world champions Argentina in a Group J finale that is among the tournament's biggest tests. Argentina, under Lionel Scaloni, remain anchored by Lionel Messi alongside Lautaro Martínez and Julián Álvarez, with Enzo Fernández running midfield.
Jordan, history-makers in qualifying for their first World Cup, will be inspired by Mousa Tamari and look to defend with discipline and energy.
Argentina's pedigree makes them clear favourites, but Jordan will treasure the occasion and aim to frustrate the champions.
Key storylines
- 01Messi and the world champions in full flow
- 02Jordan relishing a historic first World Cup appearance
- 03Tamari the man to carry Jordan's hopes
Prediction
Jordan 0-3 Argentina
Projected lineups
Projected XI — not confirmedJordan
Formation 4-5-1- 1Yazid Abu Layla
- 2Yazan Al Arab

