Preview: Jordan vs Algeria prediction, odds, where to watch, time | FIFA World Cup 2026

The Chivalrous Ones will take on the Green in Group J.

Jordan and Algeria, both sides, arrive in Santa Clara without a point after losing their opening group matches, making this clash effectively a must-win game to remain in contention for the knockout stage. Jordan fell to 3-1 in their World Cup debut, while Algeria were trashed by Argentina 3-0. With this defeat against Austria, Jordan has now lost three consecutive matches, and they will be low on confidence for sure.

On the other hand, Jordan does have the quality to bounce back and stay in the race for knockout qualification. Jordan scored their first-ever goal in the World Cup against a quality opposition like Austria, and they will be confident going into this match. If any side manages to secure even a point, they might have some chance of making it into the next stages, but surely both sides will give their all to get the three points.

Algeria did well against Argentina, but a little guy named Lionel Messi just showed his quality and helped the World Champions secure their win. Algeria do have the quality to get three points against Jordan, but they can’t afford to take them lightly at all, as the World Cup is a competition of surprises and anything can happen. This will be a tight and mouthwatering fixture for sure.

Kick-Off:

• Location: California, USA
• Stadium: Bay Area Stadium
• Date: Monday, 22 June
• Kick-Off Time: 23/06/2026, 03:00 AM (GMT) | 11:00 PM (EST) | 08:30 AM (IST)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

Jordan (in all competitions): L-L-L-D-D

Algeria (in all competitions): L-W-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Musa Al-Taamari (Jordan)

Al-Taamari is one of the most senior players in the team, and one of the best Asian players for sure. He plays for Ligue 1 side Rennes, and surely he will be a big threat to the Algerian defence. This season, he played 33 matches in which he scored six goals and provided six assists. Overall a player who is fearless and leads the team with courage, and that’s what the team needs against Algeria.

Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)

Mahrez’s performance in the first fixture was not good. Fans were quite disappointed with his performance, but everybody knows his quality, and he is someone who can make a difference anytime in the match. Overall, he is someone who is capable of helping his side to get all three points. Surely against Jordan, he will get his chances, and he will have to make sure to capture them.

Also Read: FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Fixtures, Schedule, Results, Match Timings & Where to Watch

Match Facts

• This will be the first time these two sides face each other in the FIFA World Cup
• They will face each other after 22 years
• Algeria beat Jordan by 6-0 back in 1974

Jordan vs Algeria: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Algeria to win this fixture – 4/7 by bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

Both sides will have a fully fit squad going into this match, and all the players will be available for selection.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 3

Jordan: 1

Algeria: 1

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Jordan Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Abulaila (GK); Al-Arab, Haddad, Nasib, Abualnadi; Al-Rawabdeh, Sadeh; Al-Taamari, Al-Rashdan, Abu Zrayq; Olwan

Algeria Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

L. Zidane; Ait-Nouri, Mandi, Tougai, Bensebaini; Boudaoui, Bentaleb, Chaabi; Mahrez, Amoura, Gouiri

Match Prediction

Both sides will be looking to bounce back from the defeat they got in their opening fixture and will be looking to book their spot for the knockout stage. This will be a much closer and more competitive fixture. Algeria will most probably win this match.

Prediction: Jordan 2-3 Algeria

Telecast Details

India: Unite8 Sports Channels

UK: BBC & ITV

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: DStv

Full Broadcaster List here.

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