Algeria beats Jordan 2-1 to clinch its first World Cup win since 2014
Algeria recovered from a 3-0 opening loss and moved within reach of the knockout rounds with a late winner, officials said.
- Algeria fought back from an early deficit to secure a crucial 2-1 comeback victory over Jordan in their FIFA World Cup Group J match at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
- Jordan initially made history by taking the lead in the 36th minute with a low goal from Nizar Al-Rashdan following a swift counter-attack, marking the first time the Asian tournament debutants have ever led a World Cup match.
- Algeria shifted the momentum entirely in the second half through set pieces, capitalizing on a 69th-minute corner kick delivered by Riyad Mahrez that substitute Nadhir Benbouali powerfully headed into the net.
- Forward Amine Gouiri secured the game-winner in the 82nd minute by prodding home a loose, deflected ball in the box, recording Algeria's first World Cup victory since 2014 and their first-ever win after conceding the opening goal.
- The final whistle officially eliminated Jordan from reaching the knockout stages following consecutive group defeats, while keeping Algeria's advancement hopes alive ahead of their decisive match against Austria.
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Algeria's Nadhir Benbouli returns hope in the fight against the imminent World Cup. In the 69th minute, the switched striker gets the balance against Algeria
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sportschau.deAlgeria trailed for much of the game but then turned it around against Jordan with two goals from corner kicks. Jordan now has no chance of reaching the knockout stage.
FIFA 2026: Algeria fight back to beat Jordan 2-1 at World Cup
Algeria staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Jordan 2-1 in their World Cup Group J clash, keeping their last-16 hopes alive. After Jordan took an early lead, Algeria's Nadhir Benbouali equalized before Amine Gouiri netted the winner. This victory marks Algeria's first World Cup win since 2014 and their first after conceding first, setting up a crucial final group match against Austria.
Sydney Morning Herald
The AgeAlgeria's thrilling comeback win
Algeria pull off a thrilling comeback win against Jordan at the World Cup.
Marietta Daily Journal
argentinastar.comSecond-half goals carry Algeria to comeback win over Jordan
Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri scored second-half goals off set pieces as Algeria rallied for a 2-1 victory over Jordan in Group J play on Monday in Santa Clara, Calif.
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