Jordan vs Algeria Live Score – Commentary & Match Report
Jordan vs Algeria Live
Waiting for kickoff. The live score, match status, and key events will update here when Group J continues in Santa Clara.
Match Stats
Possession, shots, corners, cards, and passing data will appear after the official match feed starts.
Lineups
Official starting XIs remain team sheet pending until FIFA publishes them before kickoff.
Head To Head
Jordan and Algeria have limited senior H2H data, so the match card will stay conservative until official records confirm more detail.
Jordan vs Algeria live score coverage follows Group J Match 44 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on 22 June 2026. Jordan enter the game ranked 63rd by FIFA, while Algeria arrive ranked 28th and needing a response after their opening defeat.
The match kicks off at 23:00 ET, with the live score card set to update goals, commentary, lineups, stats, match status, and H2H notes. Jordan lost 3-1 to Austria in their historic World Cup debut, while Algeria lost 3-0 to Argentina, so both teams need points to keep Group J alive.
Jordan vs Algeria Match Details
FIFA lists Jordan vs Algeria as Match 44 in Group J at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. The official calendar gives a 03:00 UTC kickoff on 23 June 2026, which is 20:00 local time in Santa Clara and 23:00 ET.
Levi’s Stadium also lists the fixture for 8:00 PM PT on 22 June. The venue is using San Francisco Bay Area Stadium during the World Cup because FIFA uses tournament venue naming rather than commercial stadium branding.
| Detail | Verified Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Jordan vs Algeria |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Group | Group J |
| Match Number | 44 |
| Kickoff | 23:00 ET, 22 June 2026 |
| Venue | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara |
| Live Score Status | Upcoming |
| Lineup Status | Team sheet pending |
Jordan Form and Stats
Jordan made their World Cup debut against Austria and showed enough intensity to trouble a stronger European side. Ali Olwan scored Jordan’s first World Cup goal, while the team created several moments before Austria pulled away late.
The 3-1 defeat leaves Jordan needing a cleaner defensive finish against Algeria. Jamal Sellami’s side must keep the emotional edge from the opener without giving Algeria too much space around the penalty area.
| Jordan Snapshot | Status |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #63 |
| Coach | Jamal Sellami |
| Squad Status | 26-player squad announced; team sheet pending |
| Key Players | Ali Olwan, Mousa Al-Tamari, Yazan Al-Arab |
| Opening Result | Lost 3-1 vs Austria |
| Lineup Status | Team sheet pending |
Algeria Form and Stats
Algeria started Group J with a 3-0 defeat against Argentina. Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick, and Algeria struggled to turn promising spells into sustained pressure against the defending champions.
Vladimir Petkovic now needs a sharper attacking display. Riyad Mahrez, Baghdad Bounedjah, Houssem Aouar, and Luca Zidane give Algeria quality, but the team must move the ball quicker and protect transitions better than they did in the opener.
| Algeria Snapshot | Status |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #28 |
| Coach | Vladimir Petkovic |
| Squad Status | 26-player squad announced; team sheet pending |
| Key Players | Riyad Mahrez, Houssem Aouar, Baghdad Bounedjah |
| Opening Result | Lost 3-0 vs Argentina |
| Lineup Status | Team sheet pending |
Jordan Team News
Jordan’s official starting XI remains team sheet pending until FIFA releases the matchday lineups. Sellami may keep the core from the Austria game because Jordan’s energy and attacking intent were better than the final score suggested.
Ali Olwan should carry confidence after scoring Jordan’s first World Cup goal. Al-Tamari remains the player Algeria must track because his direct running can turn defensive recoveries into quick chances.
Algeria Team News
Algeria’s official team sheet also remains pending. Petkovic has to decide whether to start Mahrez after he came off the bench against Argentina, because Algeria need more control and better final-third decisions.
Luca Zidane should remain under scrutiny after the opening defeat, though Algeria’s problems were not only in goal. The midfield must give him more protection by closing second-ball zones and stopping Jordan’s runners earlier.
Head to Head Record
Jordan and Algeria do not have a deep recent senior H2H record in the major databases checked. FWCTimes keeps the card conservative because incomplete friendly listings can create misleading records.
The practical match reading matters more than old numbers. Jordan need to make the game fast and emotional, while Algeria need structure, patience, and better service into their forwards.
| H2H Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Senior Meetings | yet to be confirmed |
| Jordan Wins | yet to be confirmed |
| Draws | yet to be confirmed |
| Algeria Wins | yet to be confirmed |
| Last Meeting | yet to be confirmed |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
Key Players to Watch
Ali Olwan gives Jordan confidence after his goal against Austria. His movement and finishing can keep Algeria honest if Jordan win balls high enough to attack quickly.
Mousa Al-Tamari remains Jordan’s most dangerous wide player. His acceleration can stretch Algeria if Petkovic’s full-backs push high in search of control.
Riyad Mahrez is Algeria’s key attacking reference if he starts. His first touch, crossing, and ability to slow the game can help Algeria find better chance quality than they managed against Argentina.
Match Outlook and Context
This match already has knockout pressure because both teams lost their Group J openers. A draw may not be enough for either side, especially with Argentina and Austria setting the early pace.
Jordan will try to turn the game into a duel-heavy contest. Algeria should have more technical control, but they need speed in circulation and sharper support around the box.
The first goal can change the group. If Jordan score first, Algeria may face a tense chase. If Algeria score first, Jordan will need to open up and take more risks than they did against Austria.
Group J Standings Card
Group J opened with Argentina beating Algeria and Austria beating Jordan. Argentina and Austria sit in the strongest positions, while Algeria and Jordan need points from Match 44.
| Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| Austria | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| Jordan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| Algeria | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
Match Commentary
Live commentary will track goals, cards, substitutions, tactical shifts, and full-time notes during Jordan vs Algeria.