Jordan vs Algeria Tonight: Group J's Other Battle

[GhostRider89]

While Messi was breaking records in Dallas, Jordan and Algeria were playing in Santa Clara California. Group J has Argentina clearly through and the second spot still contested. Algeria lost to Argentina 3-0 in game one. Jordan have three points. Algeria need to win and hope results go their way. Jordan top of the group on points but Argentina are clearly better than everyone else. This second match in the group is the first competitive elimination fight in Group J. Algeria have quality in their squad and are motivated. Jordan are scrapping for their World Cup lives. The match matters despite sharing a day with Messi's history.

[CMPunk_Fan]

Algeria lost 3-0 to Argentina including a Messi hat-trick. Bouncing back from that takes character

[ForumPhantom38]

Jordan at the World Cup is itself a remarkable achievement. They'll fight for every point

[NatureBoyDylan81]

This match decides who chases Argentina for second place. Real stakes despite the shadow of the main event

[TomTiz]

Algeria have good players who underperformed against Argentina. Against Jordan they need to show up

[Runner]

Group J final round with Argentina already through could be Jordan vs Algeria in a winner takes all

[Dan96]

Jordan's defensive organisation has been their strength. Algeria need to find a way past it

[Solo Buffer]

The Group J second spot is genuinely open. Argentina top but second is anyone's

[Arty Leah]

Playing on the same day as Messi's record means Algeria vs Jordan gets less attention than it deserves

[Ellie22]

Both teams will be watching Argentina's result carefully for goal difference implications

[Carol84]

Middle East football at the World Cup is growing in quality. Jordan and Algeria both belong here