World Cup 2026: Argentina vs Jordan Tips, Odds & Prediction

* Odds from Betway, correct at time of writing.

Argentina round off their Group J campaign against Jordan in Arlington, just outside Dallas, on Sunday, with kickoff at 04:00 CAT. The reigning world champions have already won the group with a perfect six points and two clean sheets, so this is about rhythm and minutes rather than results, while Jordan bow out of their first ever World Cup chasing a consolation result. For all our World Cup betting tips, head to our dedicated section.

Argentina

Argentina have won both their group matches without conceding a goal, and Lionel Messi was on the scoresheet twice in the win over Austria that sealed top spot. With qualification secured, I expect Lionel Scaloni to rotate, handing minutes to the likes of Julian Alvarez and Nico Paz while protecting key men ahead of the knockout rounds. The likes of Lautaro Martinez and a midfield of Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernandez make this a ruthless team, and even a changed side carries enormous quality. There are no injury or suspension concerns, so this is purely about how strong a team Scaloni chooses to name.

Predicted Lineup: Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico; De Paul, Nico Paz, Mac Allister, Nico Gonzalez; Messi, Martinez.

Jordan

Jordan came to this tournament as debutants and have found the level a clear step up, losing both matches and conceding five goals along the way. In my opinion they will treat this as a chance to sign off with some pride. Mousa Al-Tamari remains their main source of a goal from the right and they are well organised through the midfield screen of Nizar Al-Rashdan and Noor Al-Rawabdeh, but they lack the firepower to trouble a defence as settled as Argentina's. With nothing left to play for in terms of qualification, I expect them to sit deep and try to keep the score respectable.

Predicted Lineup: Abulaila; Nasib, Al-Arab, Abu Hashhash, Haddad; Ayed, Al-Rawabdeh, Al-Rashdan, Abu Taha; Al-Tamari, Olwan.

Even with potential rotations, Argentina simply have too much quality for a Jordan side that has struggled defensively throughout the group. I expect the reigning champs to score early and add to their tally, with their clean sheet record staying intact against limited opposition. My forecast: Argentina 3 Jordan 0.

BTTS: No (1.54)

I am backing BTTS: No here. Argentina have not conceded a single goal at this tournament and even if they make changes to their defence, should carry enough composure to keep Jordan out. Jordan have managed only two goals across their two defeats and lack the cutting edge to break this back line down. At 1.54, BTTS: No is the pick that makes the most sense to me.