Algeria eliminates Jordan from the World Cup and waits for a decisive clash with Austria

Algeria eliminated Jordan from the 2026 World Cup after a thrilling match in which the African team made up for the loss after the break. Both teams entered the match after defeats in their opening matches - Algeria lost to Argentina and Jordan lost to Austria despite scoring their first goal in World Cup history. Algeria coach Vladimir Petkovic started Ramiz Zerrouki in the starting lineup, while Anis Hadj Moussa started the match on the bench. Riyad Mahrez, instead of Hadj Moussa, took his place on the wing. The first half saw opportunities for both teams, but Jordan took the lead. Nizar Al-Rashdan scored his second goal of the World Cup, beating goalkeeper Luka Zidane.  After the break, Algeria gained the advantage. Ibrahim Maza was active, but it was Nadhir Benbouali, introduced from the bench, who tied the score by scoring with a header from a corner kick. Late in the match, Hadj Moussa assisted Amine Gouiri's decisive goal, which gave Algeria the victory. The victory means Algeria now have three points, along with Austria, and the two teams will face each other in a decisive match to progress to the next round. Jordan, led by coach Jamal Sellami, are already overboard in the tournament, while Argentina have secured top spot in Group J. --- ## Related Articles 1. [World Cup 2026](https://oranjenet.live/nl/news/portugal-oezbekistan-mendesh-vergroot-de-voorsprong-voor-de-zuid-europeanen-in-de-17e-minuut-tijdens-wk-2026) 2. [World Cup 2026](https://azkalsgoal.com/fil/news/lumampas-si-messi-kay-marta-naging-pinakamaraming-gol-sa-kasaysayan-ng-fifa-world-cup-lalaki-at-babae)