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Messi is out of the starting lineup but could play in Argentina’s group finale against Jordan

Lionel Messi started on the bench for Argentina's final group stage match against Jordan at Dallas Stadium. He entered as a second-half substitute and scored his 19th career World Cup goal. Argentina won the match 3-1 to complete a flawless group run.

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Messi moved from the bench to the pitch, scoring a goal to set a new World Cup record.

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  1. Messi Scores as Substitute in Argentina's Group Finale Victory Over Jordan

    Lionel Messi started on the bench for Argentina's final group stage match against Jordan at Dallas Stadium. He entered as a second-half substitute and scored his 19th career World Cup goal. Argentina won the match 3-1 to complete a flawless group run.

    What's confirmed:

    • Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in their final group stage match.
    • Lionel Messi started the game on the bench.
    • Messi entered as a second-half substitute.
    • Messi scored his 19th all-time men's World Cup goal during the match.
    • Messi became the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup games.
    • The match took place at Dallas Stadium.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Messi started on the bench due to a minor injury.
    • Lionel Scaloni chose to leave Messi out of the starting lineup.
    • Argentina had already secured first place before the matchup.
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