World Cup: Messi scores again as Argentina complete perfect group stage

Lionel Messi added another milestone to his remarkable career as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 to finish the FIFA World Cup group stage with a flawless record and secure top spot in Group J.
Already assured of qualification before kick-off, Argentina rested several regular starters, including Messi, who began the match on the bench. Even so, Lionel Scaloni’s side remained in control, with Giovani Lo Celso opening the scoring in the 19th minute after curling a superb free-kick into the top corner.
The South American champions doubled their advantage 12 minutes later when Lautaro Martínez confidently converted a penalty awarded after a VAR review showed Marcos Senesi had been kicked in ...