In a commanding performance, Argentina secured a 3-1 victory over Jordan, completing a perfect group stage in the World Cup. This match marked the first time a player other than Lionel Messi scored for Argentina in the tournament, with Giovani Lo Celso netting a direct free kick in the 19th minute during his first World Cup start.

Messi's Impact

Messi, who entered the match in the 60th minute, added to his impressive tally by scoring in the 80th minute, bringing his total to 19 goals in World Cup history. With this latest goal, Messi leads the tournament with six goals. “I am very happy for him, for the moment he is having,” Lo Celso remarked about their captain.

Team Performance and Future Matches

Lautaro Martinez contributed to the scoreline with a penalty kick in the 31st minute, following a close-range shot that hit the crossbar. Coach Lionel Scaloni expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, stating, “I think they played quite well in a difficult match. They showed today that we can count on them.” Argentina now looks ahead to the round of 32, where they will face Cape Verde, the smallest nation to qualify for the knockout stage.

This victory marks the fifth time Argentina has won all their group stage matches, a feat they last achieved in 2010 and 2014. With a record of 14 wins, two losses, and three draws in their last 19 group games, Argentina continues to demonstrate their strength on the world stage. Meanwhile, Jordan, ranked 72nd in the world, faced a challenging tournament, being outscored 8-3 in their first World Cup appearance.