World Cup 2026: Algeria beats Jordan 2-1 to clinch its first World Cup win since 2014
Summary
Algeria won their first World Cup match since 2014 by beating Jordan 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup group stage in California. Algeria scored two goals in the second half to come from behind and improve their chances of reaching the knockout round, while Jordan was eliminated after two losses.Key Facts
- Algeria defeated Jordan 2-1 in a World Cup 2026 Group J match held in California.
- Jordan scored the first goal in the match through Nizar Al Rashdan.
- Algeria scored both goals from corner kicks in the second half by Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri.
- This was Algeria’s first World Cup win since 2014 and their first-ever win after conceding the first goal.
- Algeria lost their opening match 3-0 to Argentina before this win.
- Jordan lost both its group matches and is out of the tournament.
- Algeria can advance to the knockout round by winning their next game against Austria.
- The match took place at Levi’s Stadium with Algerian fans celebrating the victory.
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