Argentina, already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, began their final group stage match against Jordan with Lionel Messi on the bench. The game and a concurrent match between Algeria and Austria both kicked off at 4:00 AM in Dallas and Kansas City, respectively. Argentina has doubled their lead in the match. Austria is currently leading against Algeria. Fans can follow live updates from both matches through a dedicated liveblog. These matches are part of the qualifying rounds for the expanded 2026 World Cup tournament. The results will determine final standings and potential advancement for teams beyond Argentina and Austria.