Arguably the most accomplished player in World Cup history will likely get some much-deserved rest Saturday as Lionel Messi and Argentina face Jordan.

La Albiceleste has dominated early on, winning both of its Group J games, while Jordan has struggled, losing to Austria and Algeria.

Al-Nashama is really just trying to gain some sort of consolation prize; maybe a goal or two is a win for them against a powerhouse like Argentina.

They’re huge underdogs, obviously, against the reigning World Cup winners that look just as transcendent this year as they did four years ago in Qatar.

La Albiceleste is -525 on the moneyline, according to BetMGM, while Jordan comes in at +1750, and a draw is a long shot as well, coming in at +700 odds at BetRivers.

It’s anyone’s guess whether Messi will play, even for half an hour Saturday.

The 39-year-old could be in line for some rest in this game, along with some other solid players.

Still, Argentina’s backups may be better than Jordan’s starters in this matchup.

I’d suspect Julián Álvarez gets significant run for Argentina, as he’s been nothing but a substitute in this tournament and is a talented forward for Atletico Madrid.

I’d certainly be interested in wagering on his Overs, with one goal scored coming in at +109 at Kalshi and 2+ goals being set at +500 odds at bet365.

I suppose Jordan could win; we’ve seen plenty of upsets where a team has nothing to play for.

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But Argentina is too skilled; even their B Team is better than a Jordan team looking to win a paper medal and earn some respect before they fly back home.

Target Álvarez to get Argentina’s offense going in a big way, and expect Messi to sit out this one.

THE PLAY: Julián Álvarez to score one goal (+109, Kalshi) | 2+ goals scored (+500, bet365)

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