Lionel Messi became the first player in history to score in seven consecutive World Cup games. The 39-year-old scored with a free kick after coming off the bench as Argentina won 3-1 against Jordan. It was Messi's sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup and he leads the Golden Boot race by two goals.

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni confirmed Friday that Leo Messi will begin the final World Cup group match on the bench.

A tight and tactical affair unfolded that allowed Algeria to keep its hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout round intact.

The 2026 World Cup continues Wednesday with a 12 a.m. ET start time between Austria and Jordan in Group J in Santa Clara, Calif. They are both chasing the heavily-favored Argentina in this group, and this is the World Cup debut for Jordan.

ENGLAND will have a referee from Jordan for their World Cup last-32 clash with DR Congo. Thomas Tuchel will take charge of his first World Cup knockout game since becoming Three Lions head coach.

King Abdullah II of Jordan visited Arlington on Saturday, meeting with Mayor Jim Ross ahead of his country’s FIFA World Cup match against Argentina at AT&T Stadium, known during the tournament as Dallas Stadium.

Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today - Lionel Messi’s role has been confirmed for final Group J contest in Dallas