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Albiceleste imposes its dominance against Jordan at AT&T Stadium
On June 28 2026, Albiceleste defeated Jordan 2‑1 in the third round of the USA, Mexico and Canada World Cup, securing first place in Group A with 9 points. Lautaro Martínez' penalty at the 31st minute opened the scoring, and Argentine forward Julián Álvarez was subbed shortly after. Jordan answered with a goal by M. Al‑Tamari at the 55th minute, but the gap remained after Martínez' second penalty at the 29th minute.
How did the match unfold?
The game started with a high press from Albiceleste, aiming to control the midfield. At the 28th minute the referee pointed to a penalty for Argentina; Lautaro Martínez converted it easily. Jordan reacted and, after a wing play, M. Al‑Tamari equalised 1‑1. However, the Argentine defence stayed composed and, at the 31st minute, Marcos Senesi awarded another penalty. Martínez placed the ball in the net again, sealing the win. Tactical changes saw Ángel Mac Allister and Thiago Almada enter in the second half, boosting creativity.
What does this win mean for Albiceleste?
With 9 points, Albiceleste tops Group A while Jordan remains point‑less. The victory solidifies Argentina’s status as a favorite to advance to the round of 16. Moreover, the performance extends their three‑game winning streak (3W‑0D‑0L), showing the squad’s solidity under Lionel Scaloni. The next challenge will be against Brazil, a clash that will decide the final group leader.
Key match statistics
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Result | Argentina 2‑1 Jordan |
| Goals | Lautaro Martínez (2 pen), M. Al‑Tamari |
| Albiceleste points | 9 |
| Group position | 1st |
| Last result | Angola 0‑2 Argentina (2025‑11‑14) |
| Recent form | 3W‑0D‑0L |
What’s next for Albiceleste?
The next fixture is on July 2 against Brazil at the same venue. Riding the confidence from beating Jordan, coach Scaloni will aim to keep the offensive flow and tweak the defence against Brazil’s attack. Fans are already speculating on the lineup, likely to feature Ángel Mac Allister, Thiago Almada and Julián Álvarez, while the rival side prepares for a giant‑sized showdown.
