FIFA WC 2026 Jordan vs Algeria: Kick-off time, venue, squads, live streaming
Synopsis
Both Jordan and Algeria arrive at Levi's Stadium on 24 June without a single World Cup point — Jordan after a creditable 3-1 debut loss to Austria, Algeria after being swept aside 3-0 by Messi's Argentina. Whoever loses here is all but out. It is the most consequential match of Group J so far, and Indian fans can watch it live on Zee5 and Unite8 Sports from 08:30 AM IST.
Key Takeaways
Jordan vs Algeria kicks off at 08:30 AM IST on 24 June 2026 at Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara .
Both teams are pointless in Group J after Matchday 1 defeats — a second loss would effectively end their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns.
Jordan lost their historic World Cup debut 3-1 to Austria ; Algeria fell 3-0 to defending champions Argentina (Messi hat-trick).
Indian viewers can stream the match on Zee5 (subscription required) or watch on Unite8 Sports 1/2 and their HD feeds.
Match referee is Slavko Vincic .
Jordan and Algeria meet in a must-win Group J clash at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Tuesday, 24 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled at 08:30 AM IST. Both sides arrive at this fixture pointless after opening-round defeats, making it effectively a knockout contest in the group stage.
Group J Standings and What Is at Stake
Following Matchday 1, Argentina and Austria lead Group J with three points each, leaving Jordan and Algeria anchored at the bottom with zero points. A second consecutive defeat for either side would all but end their hopes of reaching the Round of 16. Monday's encounter is, in effect, a six-pointer — the loser faces near-certain elimination.
Jordan's Opening-Match Review
Jordan, making their historic FIFA World Cup debut, showed considerable promise against Austria before going down 3-1. The match remained competitive for long stretches before Austria pulled away late, with an own goal and a stoppage-time penalty sealing the result. Despite the scoreline, Jordan's display was encouraging enough to give the Nashama belief ahead of this critical second fixture.
Algeria's Tough Start Against Argentina
Algeria faced a far more daunting opener — defending champions Argentina, inspired by Lionel Messi's clinical hat-trick. The Desert Warriors struggled to contain the South Americans and fell to a 3-0 defeat, leaving them rooted to the foot of the group. The result demands an immediate response if Algeria are to keep their qualification ambitions alive at FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to Watch Jordan vs Algeria Live in India
Indian viewers can catch the match via live streaming on the Zee5 platform and app — a subscription is required. For television, the match will be broadcast on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD channels.
Match Details and Full Squads
Date and kick-off: Tuesday, 24 June 2026, 08:30 AM IST
Venue: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, USA
Referee: Slavko Vincic
Jordan Squad —
Goalkeepers: Yazid Abulaila, Abdallah Al Fakhouri, Nour Bani Attiah
Defenders: Mohammad Abualnadi, Husam Abu Dahab, Mohammad Abu Hashish, Yazan Al Arab, Abdallah Nasib, Saleem Obaid, Ehsan Haddad, Saed Al-Rosan, Anas Banawi, Mohannad Abu Taha
Midfielders: Mohammad Al Dawoud, Nizar Al Rashdan, Noor Al Rawabdeh, Rajaei Ayed, Amer Jamous, Ibrahim Sadeh, Mahmoud Al-Mardi
Forwards: Mousa Al Tamari, Odeh Al-Fakhouri, Mohammad Abu Zrayq, Ali Azaizeh, Ali Olwan, Ibrahim Sabra
Algeria Squad —
Goalkeepers: Oussama Benbot, Melvin Mastil, Luca Zidane
Defenders: Achref Abada, Rayan Aït-Nouri, Zineddine Belaïd, Rafik Belghali, Ramy Bensebaini, Samir Chergui, Jaouen Hadjam, Aïssa Mandi, Mohamed Tougai
Midfielders: Houssem Aouar, Nabil Bentaleb, Hicham Boudaoui, Farès Chaïbi, Ibrahim Maza, Yacine Titraoui, Ramiz Zerrouki
Forwards: Mohamed Amoura, Nadhir Benbouali, Adil Boulbina, Fares Ghedjemis, Amine Gouiri, Riyad Mahrez, Anis Hadj Moussa
With both nations desperate for their first points of the tournament, this fixture promises intensity from the first whistle. The winner stays alive; the loser is almost certainly heading home.
Point of View
Yet both are ill-equipped to win convincingly — Jordan are debutants absorbing the pace of the tournament, while Algeria's defensive frailties were ruthlessly exposed by Argentina. What makes this fixture genuinely intriguing is the contrast in how each side conceded: Jordan were undone by late set-pieces, Algeria by open-play brilliance. The team that learns faster from Matchday 1 advances; the other goes home. For Indian viewers, this is also an early test of whether Zee5's World Cup broadcast can handle peak concurrent demand.
NationPress
22 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Jordan vs Algeria kick off in India?
Jordan vs Algeria kicks off at 08:30 AM IST on Tuesday, 24 June 2026. The match is being played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, USA.
Where can I watch Jordan vs Algeria live in India?
The match is available for live streaming on the Zee5 platform and app in India, though a subscription is required. It will also be broadcast live on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels.
What happened to Jordan and Algeria in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 matches?
Jordan lost 3-1 to Austria in their historic World Cup debut, with an own goal and a stoppage-time penalty sealing the result late on. Algeria were beaten 3-0 by defending champions Argentina, with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick.
What is at stake in the Jordan vs Algeria Group J match?
Both teams are on zero points after Matchday 1. A second defeat would leave either side's chances of reaching the Round of 16 virtually over, making this effectively a must-win encounter for both nations.
Who is the referee for Jordan vs Algeria at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic has been appointed to officiate the Jordan vs Algeria Group J fixture at Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara.
