Debutants Jordan go head-to-head with defending champions Argentina in Dallas showdown.
Group J
Sunday, 28 June | Dallas Stadium
Kick-off time
10:00 (GMT+8)
The match
After Lionel Messi-inspired victories over Algeria and Austria, the holders Argentina have qualified as group winners and now go on to meet the Group H runners-up in the Round of 32 in Miami. Jamal Sellami’s side, meanwhile, have been knocked out after two games following defeats to Austria and Algeria. The debutants, nonetheless, will be out to cause a seismic shock.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni revealed ahead of the game that Messi will start on the bench. “Leo is going to be on the bench. And I’ve got the line-up confirmed, but we’re going to announce it tomorrow,” Scaloni said.
Jordan possible starting XI
Abulaila; Abualnadi, Nasib, Al-Arab; Haddad, Abu Taha, Al-Rashdan, Al-Rawabdeh; Al-Mardi, Olwan; Al-Tamari
Argentina possible starting XI
Rulli; Molina, Otamendi/Senesi, Otamendi, Tagliafico; Palacios, Barco, Lo Celso, Almada; Simeone, Alvarez
What they said…
“We have no idea what the Argentina coach will do with regards his starting line-up but, whoever the players are, the team is exceptional and every player deserves his place in this team. Of course, if Messi is playing he’s one of the best players in the world and if not we will still be playing against a very strong and solid team.” Jamal Sellami, Jordan coach
Dallas Stadium
Dallas Stadium is a jaw-dropping example of stadium architecture that will witness nine World Cup 2026 matches. Since opening in 2009, it has been the home of five-time Super Bowl winners the Dallas Cowboys, and has also hosted the Concacaf Gold Cup and Mexico national team matches. The iconic venue will play host to five group-stage games, two Round of 32 fixtures, one Round of 16 tie and the first semi-final on Tuesday, 14 July.