The goals, minute by minute
- 19'Giovani Lo CelsoGoal · 0-1
- 31'Lautaro MartínezPenalty · 0-2
- 55'Mousa Al-TamariGoal · 1-2
- 80'Lionel MessiGoal · 1-3
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
Jordan (48th in the tournament, last) vs Argentina (1st FIFA)
Level of the teams
- Jordan: debutant in poor form, limited in pedigree, relies on its defensive order.
- Argentina: reigning world champion, well-oiled under Scaloni with Messi as the guiding light. Heavy favorite.
Key factors
- Huge gap in level and squad in Argentina's favor.
- Argentina wants to close the group stage as top of the group.
- Jordan will defend and try to limit the damage.
Prediction
Most likely result: 3-0 Argentina (alternative: 2-0 Argentina)
- Jordan win: 5%
- Draw: 12%
- Argentina win: 83%
Player to watch: Lionel Messi, Argentina's guiding light.
Final verdict, Confidence: high
Argentina is far superior in every area and should win comfortably. Barring a historic upset, it will control the game against a limited Jordan.