Maestro Messi Scores Again and Breaks Another Record as Argentina Beat Jordan 3-1

Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas, becoming the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches.

Argentina survived a scare against Jordan in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, coming from behind to win 3-1 at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The defending champions struggled in the first half and fell behind to a Jordanian header from a corner. But the introduction of Lionel Messi at halftime changed everything. Messi, who had been rested for the group stage finale, entered the pitch with Argentina trailing 1-0. Within seven minutes, he collected a pass from Ángel Di María, cut inside from the left, and fired a low shot into the far corner to equalize. It was his sixth goal of the tournament and a historic one: Messi became the first player ever to score in seven consecutive World Cup games, a streak dating back to the 2022 semifinal against Croatia. The goal ignited Argentina. Lautaro Martínez headed in from Rodrigo De Paul's cross in the 68th minute to put the Albiceleste ahead. Then, with seven minutes remaining, Messi delivered a trademark long-range pass to Julián Álvarez, who raced through and slotted home to seal the victory. Messi's record surpasses his own previous mark of six consecutive World Cup matches with a goal, shared with Brazil's Pelé. The 38-year-old continues to defy age, leading his team with both goals and assists. His impact off the bench was a tactical masterstroke by coach Lionel Scaloni, who said after the match: "Messi is not just a genius; he is the soul of this team. Every time he steps on the pitch, he changes the game." Jordan, making their first appearance in the knockout stage, put up a brave fight. Coach Adnan Hamad praised his players: "We gave everything, but when you face Messi, sometimes it's just not enough." The Asian side's goal came from a set piece, a reminder of Argentina's occasional defensive vulnerability. Argentina will now face the winner of the Netherlands vs. Senegal match in the quarterfinals. With Messi in this form, the defending champions look increasingly dangerous. "We are growing as a team," Messi said. "Our goal is to retain the title, but we take it one game at a time." The match drew a sellout crowd of over 80,000 in Dallas, reflecting the immense popularity of both Messi and the World Cup in the United States. As the tournament progresses, all eyes remain on the little magician who keeps rewriting history.

Maestro Messi Scores Again and Breaks Another Record as Argentina Beat Jordan 3-1

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