Jordan vs Argentina Picks, Predictions & Betting Odds: World Cup 2026 Preview

Jordan vs Argentina | FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J | Matchday 17
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 9:00 PM ET | AT&T Stadium, Dallas (Arlington), USA
Watch live: Fox Sports, Telemundo

• Group J Standings: Argentina 1st (6 pts, +5 GD) | Austria 2nd (3 pts) | Algeria 3rd (3 pts) | Jordan 4th (0 pts, -3 GD)

Why This Game Matters

Argentina have already secured top spot in Group J and are marching into the knockout rounds as defending champions; Jordan, meanwhile, have been eliminated after back-to-back defeats and are playing the final game of a historic debut campaign, with nothing at stake except pride on the biggest stage Jordanian football has ever reached.

Our Pick

Argentina to win this match is the only reasonable conclusion, with the reigning champions scoring five goals and conceding none across two group games while Jordan have shipped five and won zero. At -475 with BetOnline, the price is short, but the case for a comfortable Argentina victory at over 3.5 goals offers better value given the gulf in quality and L. Scaloni’s side having nothing to conserve.

Jordan vs Argentina: Preview, Picks & Betting Odds

This fixture sits at the intersection of two entirely different World Cup stories. Argentina, three-time champions and the side that lifted the trophy in Qatar four years ago, enter Group J’s final matchday already through, already dominant, and entirely focused on building momentum for the knockout phase under coach L. Scaloni. Five goals scored, none conceded, maximum points: the defending champions have looked every inch of their billing so far in North America.

Jordan qualified for this tournament through the AFC playoff route, making this their first-ever World Cup appearance after a long stretch of failed attempts. A 3-1 defeat to Austria on Matchday 1 and a 2-1 loss to Algeria on Matchday 2 have left J. Sellami’s side bottom of the group, but the historic nature of simply being here remains significant. Jordan’s squad is built around a core who carried the nation to the 2023 Asian Cup final, and players like Musa Al-Taamari of Rennes and top scorer Ali Olwan will want to sign off the tournament with a performance that reflects where Jordanian football has arrived.

The match is essentially a free hit for Jordan and a chance for Argentina to manage minutes, rotate, and potentially give fringe players exposure before the last-32. Scaloni’s squad depth is considerable, and even a rotated Argentina side carries serious attacking threats throughout. The Jordan vs Argentina betting odds reflect the gulf accurately, but the interesting markets lie in how many goals the reigning champions can add to their group-stage tally.

Recent Form & Trends

Jordan last five results:

• Algeria (H) – Lost 1-2 (FIFA World Cup)
• Austria (A) – Lost 1-3 (FIFA World Cup)
• Colombia (N) – Lost 0-2 (Friendly)
• Switzerland (A) – Lost 1-4 (Friendly)
• Nigeria (N) – Drew 2-2 (Friendly)

Jordan’s pre-tournament preparations offered early warning signs. Defeats to Switzerland and Colombia, and a draw with Nigeria, suggested a side that struggles against high-quality opposition. Both World Cup outings have followed the same pattern: competitive for stretches, but conceding soft goals and finding the final third difficult to access consistently. They have scored in two of their five games, which is a positive marker, but the defensive record of conceding 12 goals in their last five matches tells the larger story.

Argentina last five results:

• Austria (H) – Won 2-0 (FIFA World Cup)
• Algeria (H) – Won 3-0 (FIFA World Cup)
• Iceland (N) – Won 3-0 (Friendly)
• Honduras (N) – Won 2-0 (Friendly)
• Zambia (H) – Won 5-0 (Friendly)

Argentina are in relentless form. Five consecutive wins, five clean sheets, 15 goals scored. The friendly opponents were modest, but victories over Algeria and Austria in competitive World Cup football cannot be dismissed. Lionel Messi has been the central figure, scoring all five of Argentina’s goals at this tournament so far, and that form against Group J opposition makes the Jordan vs Argentina prediction straightforward.

Injuries, Suspensions & Roster News

Jordan have no new injury issues reported ahead of the Argentina fixture. The squad that faced Algeria on Matchday 2 remains intact, with Yazeed Abulaila expected to continue in goal behind a back line that has found Argentina-level attacking threats difficult to handle all tournament. Key playmaker Musa Al-Taamari and leading scorer Ali Olwan, who has 29 international goals, will lead the attack in what is Jordan’s final World Cup match of the campaign.

Argentina carry no suspension concerns into Matchday 3, and with qualification already secured, L. Scaloni has the luxury of managing his squad. Messi is expected to feature, given the historic nature of every World Cup game at this stage of his career, though the depth of Argentina’s attacking options means fringe players such as Giuliano Simeone, Thiago Almada, and Nico Paz could all see minutes. Emiliano Martinez should continue in goal behind a back four that has kept back-to-back clean sheets.

The Jordan vs Argentina lineups will be confirmed closer to kickoff, with Argentina likely to show some rotation. Even a rotated Scaloni side contains enough class to be heavily favored.

Expected Lineups

Jordan (4-2-3-1): Abulaila; Nasib, Haddad, Al-Arab, Abu Hashish; Al-Rawabdeh, Sadeh; Al-Taamari, Al-Rashdan, Abu Zrayq; Olwan

Argentina (4-3-3): E. Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico; De Paul, Mac Allister, Fernandez; Messi (c), L. Martinez, J. Alvarez

Predicted lineups – squads to be confirmed ahead of kickoff.

Key Matchup to Watch

Musa Al-Taamari against Argentina’s right side will be the most revealing duel on the pitch. The Rennes winger is Jordan’s most technically accomplished player and the one most capable of unsettling a high defensive line on the counter. With two goals in recent games and 92 caps worth of experience, he carries the creative responsibility for J. Sellami’s side. Nahuel Molina at right back, however, has been part of an Argentina defense that has conceded zero goals across two World Cup matches, and his ability to track wide runners while contributing to attacks makes him well-equipped to handle that channel. Al-Taamari will need an exceptional game to affect the Jordan vs Argentina score prediction.

Best Bets & Expert Picks

• Main Pick: Argentina to Win – Best Price: -475 (BetOnline) – Argentina have scored in every game, conceded nothing, and face a side that has lost both World Cup outings. Even with rotation, the class gap is decisive.
• Goals Market: Over 3.5 Goals – Best Price: +106 (BetOnline / Lucky Rebel) – Argentina have scored five goals in two group games, averaging 2.5 per match, and Jordan have conceded five. The over is live from the first whistle, and at plus money it represents the stronger value angle in this fixture.
• Scorer Market: Lionel Messi Anytime Scorer – Messi has scored all five of Argentina’s goals at this tournament and enters the match as the outright all-time World Cup top scorer. Any additional goals here extend a record he has already claimed, and his involvement even in a rotated lineup makes this bet coherent at any competitive price.
• Correct Score: Argentina 3-0 – Jordan have not scored in a game against Colombia in their recent run and have shipped three or more in multiple outings. A clean sheet for Argentina is the likeliest outcome, and a three-goal margin reflects their scoring rate across the group phase.

Betting Odds & Lines

The current Jordan vs Argentina betting odds from the three leading US sportsbooks are listed below.

Outcome	BetOnline	Lucky Rebel	BetNow
Jordan Win	+1500	+1400	+1400
Draw	+600	+674	+674
Argentina Win	-600	-520	-520
Over 3.0 Goals	+106	+106	+100
Under 3.0 Goals	-122	-122	-120

How to Watch & Where to Bet

How to Watch

Jordan vs Argentina kicks off at 9:00 PM ET on June 27, 2026 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas (Arlington). In the United States, the match airs on Fox Sports and Telemundo. Canadian viewers can find coverage on CTV, TSN, and RDS. UK audiences can watch on ITV or BBC, while viewers in Ireland have the option of RTE or Virgin Media. In Argentina, the game is broadcast on TyC Sports and TV Publica. Germany’s coverage is split across ARD, ZDF, and MagentaTV, and Australian viewers can watch on SBS or Optus Sport.

How to Bet

To place a bet on this fixture, follow these steps:

1. Choose a licensed US sportsbook. BetOnline, Lucky Rebel, and BetNow are all accepting action on this fixture.
2. Create an account or log in if you are already registered.
3. Complete any required identity verification.
4. Deposit funds using your preferred method, including crypto options at BetNow.
5. Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and find Group J Matchday 17.
6. Select Jordan vs Argentina from the fixture list.
7. Choose your markets, for example Argentina to win, Over 3.5 Goals, or Messi anytime scorer.
8. Enter your stake, review the bet slip, and confirm your wager before kickoff.

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