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Preview - Group J: Jordan v Argentina

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group J: Jordan v Argentina

Arlington: Jordan will bring the curtain down on their historic FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with the toughest test of all when they face reigning champions Argentina in their final Group J tie on Saturday.

Back-to-back defeats prematurely ended Jordan's hopes of advancing to the knockout stage but the meeting with Argentina offers them a stage to make a lasting statement. 

A first FIFA World Cup win would be historic, a draw against the champions would be celebrated and even a goal from the likes of Musa Al Taamari or Ali Olwan would give Jordanian football a moment to savour.

Sellami: Inexperience cost Jordan

Wed, 24 Jun, 2026

Sellami: Inexperience cost Jordan

Santa Clara: Jamal Sellami admitted inexperience was the major reason for Jordan's 2-1 defeat to Algeria in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J tie on Monday.

The tournament debutants took the lead through Nizar Al Rashdan in the 36th minute but Algeria hit back in the second half through Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri, with the defeat consigning Jordan to an early exit.

Group J: Jordan 1-2 Algeria

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Group J: Jordan 1-2 Algeria

Santa Clara: Algeria came behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J game on Monday, eliminating the Asian debutants after two matches.

Amine Gouiri equalised Nizar Al Rashdan's opening goal before Nadhir Benbouali scored Algeria's winner in the 82nd minute in Santa Clara.

Austria lost 2-0 to Argentina earlier on Monday, leaving the South Americans top of Group J on six points. The Austrians and Algeria have three points each.

The win gives Algeria hope of progressing to the knockout round if they can beat Austria in Kansas City on Saturday, while Jordan face Argentina in Arlington, Texas.

Preview - Group J: Jordan v Algeria

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group J: Jordan v Algeria

Santa Clara: Jordan will be fighting to keep their FIFA World Cup 2026 dreams alive when they face Algeria in Group J at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on Monday.

Jordan were beaten 3-1 by Austria in their opening fixture, while Algeria also conceded three goals to Argentina, making this a match neither can afford to lose.

Victory would revive qualification hopes, but defeat would leave either side in serious danger of an early exit before the final round of group matches.

Valiant Jordan make Sellami proud

Wed, 17 Jun, 2026

Valiant Jordan make Sellami proud

Santa Clara: Head coach Jamal Sellami said there was no shame in defeat for Jordan in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Austria on Tuesday.

The tactician said the 3-1 scoreline didn't do justice to the effort his players had put in, with Jordan making their FIFA World Cup debut at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.

Group J: Austria 3-1 Jordan

Wed, 17 Jun, 2026

Group J: Austria 3-1 Jordan

Santa Clara: Jordan's hopes of kicking off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on the front foot were dashed by a strong Austria at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on Tuesday.

Ali Olwan's brilliant strike drew the tournament debutants level after Romano Schmid had put Austria ahead in the first half. Yazan Al Arab's own goal and Marko Arnautovic's stoppage time penalty, however, sealed Austria the points from the Group J tie.

Preview - Group J: Austria v Jordan

Sun, 14 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group J: Austria v Jordan

Santa Clara: Jordan will spare no effort in ensuring a grand start to their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J campaign against Austria on Tuesday.

The West Asian side will be making their global stage debut, having secured qualification in impressive fashion.

Asian Stars to watch

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

Asian Stars to watch

Kuala Lumpur: Asia will be represented by nine teams at the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off on Thursday.

It promises to be a thrilling campaign for all of the Asian sides, with each bidding to create history.

As we get set for the action, the-AFC.com highlights a key player for each of the Asian teams at the global showpiece. 

Jordan fall to Colombia

Mon, 08 Jun, 2026

Jordan fall to Colombia

San Diego: Jordan concluded their FIFA World Cup 2026 preparations with a 2-0 defeat against Colombia at the Snapdragon Stadium on Sunday.

Jhon Arias starred with a brace to leave Jamal Sellami’s side with back-to-back defeats following their 4-1 loss to Switzerland last week.

Focus: Group J

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026

Focus: Group J

Paris: Holders Argentina arrive at the FIFA World Cup aiming to become the first team in more than half a century to successfully defend their title.

Only two teams – Italy in 1934 and 1938, and Brazil in 1958 and 1962 – have won back-to-back FIFA World Cup crowns, underscoring the difficulty of the task facing Lionel Messi and his teammates.

Yet while history suggests the odds are stacked against the 2022 champions, there are grounds for believing that Argentina are more than capable of completing a rare double.

Al Taamari, Olwan to spearhead Jordan challenge

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

Al Taamari, Olwan to spearhead Jordan challenge

Amman: Musa Al Taamari and Ali Olwan will lead Jordan's historic challenge at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the nation set to make their debut appearance on football's biggest stage.

Head coach Jamal Sellami named his final 26-man squad, with Rennes winger Al Taamari and prolific forward Olwan expected to play key roles as Jordan seek to progress from a difficult Group J.

Switzerland too strong for Jordan

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Switzerland too strong for Jordan

St. Gallen: Switzerland proved too strong for Jordan as the European side sailed to a 4-1 win in an international friendly on Sunday.

Both teams are in the final stages of their preparation for the FIFA World Cup 26, with debutants Jordan to feature in Group J alongside defending champions Argentina, Algeria and Austria.