Argentina and Jordan will play out a dead rubber to bring Group J to a close this evening.
The South Americans already have one eye on their next opponents, Cape Verde, in the Round of 32, therefore tonight’s fixture is merely a formality.
World Cup debutants Jordan have their suitcases packed and this game is nothing more than an exhibition following defeats by Algeria and Austria.
Jordan vs Argentina predictions
Argentina have, quite predictably, been led by the exceptional Lionel Messi so far this tournament.
The little maestro has scored all five of his country’s goals in the competition to date, including a hat-trick versus Algeria in their Group J opener.
Given the low-stakes nature of tonight’s game, manager Lionel Scaloni is expected to ring the changes, resting key players for the knockout rounds.
Argentina’s ‘B’ side should still see off Jordan without too much trouble, though, even if the Jordanian players know this is probably a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
There is every chance Scaloni makes upwards of five or six changes to his starting lineup, which could mean Messi’s Golden Boot hopes receive a blow.
The Inter Miami forward is likely to finish the group stage as the 2026 World Cup top scorer and if given the opportunity to feature against Jordan, would surely add to his existing tally.
If the 39-year-old is rested, there is no guarantee Argentina find their shooting boots, considering no other Argentine player has scored so far this tournament.
Jordan vs Argentina score prediction
Jordan will go out on their swords, putting bodies on the line but the quality of this Argentina squad will show in this final group match.
- Score prediction: Jordan 0-2 Argentina