Lionel Messi added another remarkable chapter to his legendary career as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match.
Coming off the bench in the second half, the 39-year-old curled in a stunning free-kick to become the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches, taking his overall World Cup tally to 19 goals.
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Giovani Lo Celso and Lautaro Martinez also scored as Argentina finished Group J with a perfect nine points and an 8-1 goal difference. The defending champions now advance to the Round of 32, where they will face Cape Verde, while Jordan bow out of the tournament.
